Bundesliga giants Borussia Dortmund are in a three-way battle for the signature of 2023 Barcelona signing Ilkay Gundogan, who faces an uncertain future at the club.
According to a report by Spanish outlet Fichajes, Ilkay Gundogan faces an uncertain future at the club level amid rumours he has asked Barcelona to sell him in the summer transfer window. A three-way battle for the German midfielder’s signature is brewing, with Borussia Dortmund competing with Al-Ittihad and Al-Nassr to secure his services in the coming days.
Ilkay Gundogan and his Barcelona journey
Ilkay Gundogan has been a dependable performer since joining Barcelona in a Bosman move last summer after his Manchester City contract. The veteran midfielder has enjoyed a legendary career in the past decade, making his mark for Borussia Dortmund, Manchester City, and Barcelona.
The 33-year-old has turned out over 50 times thus far for Barcelona while chipping in with five goals and 14 assists. However, despite making his mark for the Blaugrana, Gundogan faces an uncertain future at the club, with recent reports painting a contradictory picture of his future.
While some outlets have suggested that the Catalan giants are open to cashing in on him, others have rejected that notion. Some reports have claimed that Gundogan has asked Barcelona to sell him before the summer transfer window shuts down, others have quashed such rumours. The latest update has linked the German international with Borussia Dortmund.
Will Borussia Dortmund re-sign Gundogan?
Borussia Dortmund’s interest in Ilkay Gundogan is surprising yet understandable. The Bundesliga giants are keen on competing for the league title this season after a forgettable 2023/24 top-flight campaign. While the Barcelona midfielder is well into his thirties, he can instil a winning mentality at Signal Iduna Park.
In addition, Ilkay Gundogan’s leadership qualities can transform Borussia Dortmund’s fortunes. However, the Bundesliga giants are not alone in the race to secure the 2023 Barcelona signing’s services, with Al-Ittihad and Al-Nassr’s presence making it a three-way battle for his signature.
It is unclear if Gundogan wants to leave Barcelona after only one season or wants to remain at the club. However, new manager Hansi Flick is optimistic that the 33-year-old German international will not leave the Blaugrana before the summer transfer window closes.
