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Manchester City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan has completed his transfer to Barcelona, as confirmed by the club.
The German international left City on a free transfer after he decided not to extend his contract with the Citizens.
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Gundogan who was instrumental for Pep Guardiola’s team during their treble win last season made 304 appearances, scored 60 goals and provided 40 assists for Manchester City.
The midfielder has now officially completed his move to Barcelona and all paperwork has been signed by both parties.
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The completed deal was officially announced by Manchester City’s official Twitter account, confirming that he has joined Barcelona.
Man City’s Twitter handle tweeted, “Thank you, İlkay. @IlkayGuendogan is to join Barcelona bringing an end to a hugely successful seven-year stay with Manchester City.”
The 32-year-old has put a halt to his seven years stay at the Etihad and has decided to move to Spain and play for Barcelona next season.
Barcelona also confirmed the transfer of Ilkay Gundogan on their official Twitter page and have given him a warm welcome.
The new signing also released a statement shortly after the announcement, saying, "He is very happy to sign with Barcelona, excited for this new journey and to join this beautiful club. See you soon forza Barcelona."
Details of Gundogan’s deal
Gundogan’s move to Barcelona came as a free transfer after his contract expired with Man City a few weeks ago.
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The details of the deal as reported by Romano Fabrizio on Twitter are not stated in full detail.
According to Fabrizio, “Gundogan has a release clause of €400m release clause, a contract signed until June 2025 and an additional clause to extend until 2026.”
Despite Man City's efforts to keep the German and other interested parties away from Arsenal and Saudi Arabia's generous offers, the German chose to move to Barcelona.
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