In the event that Barcelona decides to let Gundogan leave, Spanish media outlet AS reports that Galatasaray President Ozbek, in an interview, stated that if Gundogan truly decides to leave Barcelona, Galatasaray would welcome his addition.
Due to an inability to guarantee a starting position, Barcelona is considering letting Gundogan go to reduce financial pressure. However, after retiring from the German national team, Gundogan’s stance on whether to leave remains unclear. But according to Spanish media, although several teams are interested in signing him, Gundogan is inclined to return to Manchester City.
Among the teams interested in signing Gundogan is Turkish giant Galatasaray. President Ozbek, in an interview, said that the club is eager for outstanding players, “We cannot currently confirm whether Gundogan truly wants to leave Barcelona. Galatasaray has always been open to outstanding players, but at present, Gundogan is still a Barcelona player.”
It’s worth noting that Gundogan has repeatedly expressed that Galatasaray is a team he has always hoped to play for since childhood. However, in a previous interview, Gundogan stated that while he might one day join Galatasaray, it won’t be now, “Maybe someday something like this will happen, but not this summer. Of course, anything can happen. I love Turkey very much, and my parents are there.”
Barcelona signed Gundogan last summer on a 2+1 contract. Last season, he made 51 appearances for Barcelona, scoring 14 goals and providing 5 assists. However, under Flick, Gundogan suddenly lost his place, leaving his future uncertain.