DBasia.news – Manchester City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan is rumored to be Barcelona’s target in the 2021 summer transfer market. Hearing this, Gundogan has reportedly postponed discussions with Manchester City for a new contract.
Barcelona is looking for a new midfielder to strengthen the team next season. The coach, Ronald Koeman, has asked the management to sign a midfielder who has high mobility.
The first choice fell to Liverpool’s Georginio Wijnaldum. The Dutch player can be brought in for free as his contract expires in June 2021.
Unfortunately, Barcelona lost to Paris Saint-Germain. Despite leading, Barca finally cornered PSG. Les Parisiens offered longer contracts and higher salaries.
However, Barca did not want to go home empty-handed. According to the Daily Mail, Los Cules turned their attention to Ilkay Gundogan.
The German national team player is indeed having one of the best seasons with Manchester City. This is inseparable from Gundogan’s improved fitness level. Gundogan became an important part behind the Premier League title and the English League Cup won by Man City.
Currently, Manchester City are looking for a way to tie Gundogan for longer. The former Borussia Dortmund player’s contract expires in two years.
However, The Citizens are wary because Gundogan is interested in Barcelona. The midfielder has began to buy time because he was waiting for an official offer from Barca.
Meanwhile, Manchester City already has a strong candidate to replace Ilkay Gundogan. Reportedly, Man City are approaching Aston Villa player, Jack Grealish. The England international is an aggressive midfielder.