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Ilkay Gundogan admits Barcelona was only transfer that "made sense" after Arsenal interest

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Ilkay Gundogan has revealed how Barcelona is the only club he would have considered leaving Manchester City for after he was confirmed to be joining the La Liga giants.

The treble-winning City captain was confirmed to be joining the Catalan club on Monday, with his contract at City expiring at the end of this month. The German spent seven years in Manchester, winning five Premier League titles, with a remarkable treble coming in his final season at the club.

The 32-year-old will officially become a Barca player on July 1, joining the La Liga champions as they continue their quest to re-establish themselves at the summit of European football under the leadership of legendary former player, Xavi.

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