Ilkay Gundogan has revealed that Pep Guardiola hoped the two would leave Manchester City together after he sealed his move to Barcelona.
The 32-year-old has signed a two-year deal, with the option of a further 12 months, at the Camp Nou. The midfielder’s new contract also contains a £340 million buy-out clause.
City wanted to keep Gundogan at the Etihad Stadium but did not stretch to offering a two-year contract. The German international was Guardiola’s first signing at City. Guardiola's contract also expires in 2025 and it was hinted that the two could depart at the same time.
