Barcelona is actively working during the current transfer window to enhance its squad with top-tier players from around the globe, all while navigating the financial challenges that have plagued the Catalan club in recent years. While there is much buzz surrounding the new signings expected to join Barcelona, there are also discreet developments regarding players who might be leaving the team this summer. Notably, some unexpected names are poised to say their farewells to Camp Nou.
Amid these dynamics, German midfielder Ilkay Gundogan, who plays for Barcelona, has received a surprising offer from Qatari club Al-Sadd during the ongoing summer transfer period. Gundogan, who joined Barcelona last summer on a free transfer from Manchester City, is under contract with the club until the summer of 2025.
Currently, Gundogan is on his summer vacation following his participation with the German national team in the UEFA Euro 2024 tournament. Meanwhile, Barcelona, under the guidance of their manager, Flick, has commenced preparations for the upcoming season and is formulating a comprehensive strategy concerning both departures and new acquisitions this summer.
Catalan Channel 3 has reported that Al-Sadd has presented a substantial financial offer to Barcelona for the services of Ilkay Gundogan. Gundogan is considering the Qatari club’s three-year offer, and there seems to be some openness from Barcelona’s management towards his potential departure.
However, Gerard Romero, through his program on the Twitch platform, has highlighted various uncertainties that might impede Gundogan’s exit from Barcelona. Notably, Gundogan, along with Lewandowski, is one of the highest earners at the club, which makes the administration somewhat inclined towards his departure to comply with financial fair play regulations.
