Ilkay Gundogan

Ilkay Gundogan

Germany

Personal Information

Full Name Ilkay Gundogan
Date of Birth October 24, 1990
Nationality Germany
Height 1.8 m (5 ft 11 in)
Role Central Midfielder
Past Team(s)

Ilkay Gundogan News

Barcelona Transfer News Roundup: Catalans decide new transfer strategy, club sent defence warning, and more - October 3, 2023
Barcelona Transfer News Roundup: Catalans decide new transfer strategy, club sent defence warning, and more - October 3, 2023
"That would not fit my values" - La Liga star reveals reason for rejecting a potential move to Barcelona
"That would not fit my values" - La Liga star reveals reason for rejecting a potential move to Barcelona
"You do not need to give him a lot of instructions" - Xavi opens up on managing new Barcelona signing
"You do not need to give him a lot of instructions" - Xavi opens up on managing new Barcelona signing
"The reality in Barcelona is different" - Summer signing plays down Catalans' UEFA Champions League hopes
"The reality in Barcelona is different" - Summer signing plays down Catalans' UEFA Champions League hopes
Barcelona could receive up to €76 million from Champions League group stage as they eye massive financial boost: Reports
Barcelona could receive up to €76 million from Champions League group stage as they eye massive financial boost: Reports

Ilkay Gundogan: A Brief Biography


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.