.Rob Dawson, CorrespondentAug 23, 2024, 08:24 AM ETPep Guardiola has actually confessed was actually a "shock" to acquire the possibility to re-sign Ilkay Gu00fcndogan.The German midfielder has actually gone back to Manchester Metropolitan area after spending final period at Barcelona.Editor's Picks1 RelatedGu00fcndogan has actually authorized a 1 year contract at the Etihad Arena along with the alternative of an additional year and Guardiola mentioned the chance to revive the 33-year-old was actually "unanticipated."" Many of the time all the managers point out in the transactions home window just about anything may occur so this is actually the genuine proof.," Guardiola told a news conference on Friday." It was actually a shock, unforeseen. We understand him truly well the staff and players." We understand the premium he plays in 2015 at Barcelona. Very high, extreme amount." Our team didn't possess any kind of questions when the opportunity levelled as well as our team are actually delighted he is actually back." Gu00fcndogan has actually agreed to write-off the 2 staying years of his Barcelona agreement to come back to City on a totally free transfer. Sources have informed ESPN he likewise obtained rate of interest coming from Saudi Arabia, however his choice was to go back to Manchester.Pep Guardiola has actually been actually rejoined with his treble-winning captain Ilkay Gu00fcndogan. Marc Atkins/Getty Images" The crucial thing is he wishes to return," Guardiola said. "I received the notification from [sporting supervisor] Txiki [Begiristain] that Ilkay wishes to talk with you as well as phone you. He called me as well as inquired about the condition." I noded and right now our experts are actually right here as well as he needs to deliver an excellent time." The feeling is that he does not come to resign or even to keep in mind excellent moments. Our company have opportunity to carry out that in the future. Right now it is actually opportunity to place your shoes on as well as perform your absolute best." Gu00fcndogan is Urban area's second signing of the summer season after the arrival of Brazilian winger Savinho. The nightclub, depending on to sources, are still considering the possibility of introducing one more assaulting player prior to the home window finalizes, yet the time clock is actually ticking in front of the Aug. 30 due date." I do not recognize what is mosting likely to occur," Guardiola mentioned. "Could take place one thing in regards to personal injuries with any luck not. At the moment I don't believe therefore.".