On August 23rd, Beijing time, Manchester City FC officially announced the return of German midfielder Gündoğan, who signed a contract until 2025 with the club. The news quickly ignited the passion of the fans, and Gündoğan himself later accepted the club's official interview, sharing his feelings and expectations for his return.
The Joy and Gratitude of Return
Gündoğan couldn't hide his excitement in the interview, saying, "I'm very grateful and honored to be back. I've had a fantastic time here before and hopefully I'll be in even better shape from now on and I promise I'll do everything I can to be even better than before." He confessed that it was great to be back home and gave a special thanks to the Manchester fans for their warm welcome. Gündoğan also mentioned that despite the fact that he left Manchester City last year, when he decided to return, he received positive feedback from almost everyone, which reinforced his choice.
Reunion with Pep Guardiola
Gündoğan is looking forward to working with Guardiola again. He believes that Guardiola is a tactical genius who can always find the best solution for his team in a short period of time. At the same time, he also spoke highly of Guardiola's ability to manage the locker room, which he believes is crucial to maintaining the team's cohesion and competitiveness. Gündoğan said that Guardiola's high standards and strict requirements keep everyone alert, full of motivation and do their best to contribute to the team.
Outlook for the future of the team
Speaking about how City maintain high standards, Gündoğan said, "By constantly trying to raise the bar a little bit and trying to be the best we can be." He made special mention of the outstanding performances of young players like Rodney and Foden as the team's hope for the future. Gündoğan also said that he will give his best in the new season to win more for the team.
Personal choices and expectations for the new season
Speaking about why he chose the No. 19 shirt, Gündoğan humorously said it was the result of much deliberation and hoped the number would bring him good luck. He also said that he feels good in the new season and despite being 33 years old, he still maintains a strong sense of competition and desire to win. Gündoğan has a love for the Premier League and is looking forward to proving himself again in the new season.
