| Full Name | Ilkay Gundogan |
| Date of Birth | October 24, 1990 |
| Nationality | Germany |
| Height | 1.8 m (5 ft 11 in) |
| Role | Central Midfielder |
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Background
İlkay Gündoğan is a German professional footballer who plays for Manchester City and the German National Team. He was born in Gelsenkirchen on 24th October, 1990.
Career
Gundogan came through VFL Bochum's youth academy before moving to FC Nurnberg in 2009. In 2011, he switched Nurnberg for Borussia Dortmund and it was at the latter where he carved a niche for himself. The German made more than 100 appearances for Dortmund and cast himself as one of the world's most exciting midfield prospects.
In 2016, Manchester City came calling and he swapped the Bundesliga for the Premier League.
Internationally, he made his debut for Germany on 11th October, 2011 against Belgium.
Position and Playing Style
Gundogan plays as a central midfielder for Manchester City and Germany. Blessed with the ability to control the tempo of the game, the German is technically strong and capable of contributing at both ends of the pitch. His passing range is also one of his strengths.
