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Ilkay Gundogan Joins Galatasaray After Manchester City Success

9/6/2025

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Ilkay Gundogan has joined Galatasaray on a free transfer, signing until 2027.
The 34-year-old midfielder previously returned to Manchester City after playing for FC Barcelona.
At City, he made 358 appearances, scored 65 goals, and won 14 trophies, including the 2023 treble.
City’s new signings prompted Gundogan to pursue a new challenge.
Galatasaray plans to register him for the UEFA Champions League before the deadline.

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Ilkay Gundogan has joined Galatasaray on a free transfer, signing until 2027.
The 34-year-old midfielder previously returned to Manchester City after playing for FC Barcelona.
At City, he made 358 appearances, scored 65 goals, and won 14 trophies, including the 2023 treble.
City’s new signings prompted Gundogan to pursue a new challenge.
Galatasaray plans to register him for the UEFA Champions League before the deadline.