Although his big season with the Manchester City did not give him to be in the 'top 10' of nominated to the Balloon of Gold 2023, Ílkay Gündogan showed satisfied for being present in the gala organised by 'France Football'. Besides, the mediocentro German took advantage of for 'wet' on his future in the FC Barcelona, club with which expects to do a big season to go back to be in the gala 2024 of the Balloon of Gold.

"There are some mates here and expect that the next time can come more players of the Barça", said the one of Gelsenkirchen. In this sense, Gündo valued his present like culé. "The last two months were good for me personally and also for my family. I am living one of my dreams: play with the Barça and expect also have a good year here", said in his arrival to the Théatre du Châtelet of Paris.

Gündogan Agreed of his ex mates in the City

On the other hand, the mediocentro German valued his big season with the Manchester City, club that was chosen like the best of the world after winning the triplete in the 2022/23. "I am proud that there are so many players today of the Manchester City", expressed Ílkay. Of equal way, expressed his satisfaction by which went his first nomination to the Balloon of Gold, although it did not attain to be between the finalists.

"It represents a lot for me be here for the first time, but this shows if there was success with your team and club. I am very happy. Finish the chapter of the City winning the Champions was incredible", sentenced the ex captain 'cityzen'. Gündogan Closed the 22/23 with 11 goals and 7 assistances in 51 parties. With the Barça great 1 so many and 4 assistances in his first 14 official meetings.