Financial Paradox: Barcelona Star Gündogan Could Leave Club Due to Financial Pressure.
Ilkay Gündogan, one of Barcelona’s best players last season, was unexpectedly forced to leave the team. Although the German midfielder showed impressive form and contributed greatly to Barcelona’s success, this decision to leave the team surprised fans and football experts. Gündogan’s departure from Barcelona is raising many questions and speculations about the future of both the player and the Catalan club.
Barcelona Forced to Say Goodbye to Ilkay Gündogan to Ease Financial Pressure.
Ilkay Gündogan joined Barcelona on a free transfer after ending his contract with Manchester City, with a salary of up to 20 million euros per season (before tax) at Camp Nou.
However, due to heavy financial pressure, Barcelona is forced to let some players go, and Gündogan is the leading candidate to ease this burden. According to Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona is having difficulty registering new signing Dani Olmo due to financial imbalance, and needs to liquidate or release some players immediately. Gündogan, understanding the situation, has agreed to leave so as not to become a financial burden for the club. Although coach Hansi Flick does not want to lose Gündogan, Barcelona’s difficult financial situation makes this decision necessary.
Gündogan May Leave Barcelona Before Transfer Deadline: Top Clubs Race For Him.
Last season, Ilkay Gündogan had an impressive season, playing 51 out of 53 matches for Barcelona, making him a target for many top clubs. Despite attractive offers from clubs in Saudi Arabia and Türkiye, Gündogan has preferred the Bundesliga or Premier League if he has to leave Barcelona. Gündogan was not registered for the opening match of the 2024/25 La Liga season, increasing the possibility that he will leave Barcelona before the summer transfer window closes. Barcelona are now willing to terminate the German’s contract ahead of time to ease financial matters.
