Gundogan published an open letter through the Manchester Evening News, saying goodbye to Manchester City clubs, teammates and fans. The content of the open letter from Gundogan is as follows: Dear Manchester City fans, dear teammates, and dear club...
Gundogan published an open letter through the Manchester Evening News, saying goodbye to Manchester City clubs, teammates and fans. The content of the open letter from Gundogan is as follows:
Dear Manchester City fans, dear teammates, and dear club staff:
I thank you from the bottom of my heart, thank you for this incredible years full of joy and extraordinary achievements. I firmly believe that when we look back in the future, we will have a clearer understanding of the legends created by this generation of players for this great club. Now is the time to pass the baton to the new generation and create more brilliant achievements!
It was difficult for me to make the final decision to leave Manchester City, but I fully respect the club's plan to start a new chapter. On the other hand, I still feel like I’m in great shape and eager to play as many games as possible, which is why I choose to continue my journey.
I got the opportunity to play for the Champions League level club, but this is not an ordinary Champions League team, but the club I loved most in my childhood!
Manchester City has always operated with an unparalleled professional spirit and ambition, and I will never forget everything the club has given me over the years. Even at the last moment, they still abide by the gentleman agreement between us, leaving the separation process unhindered, which is rare in today's football world.
Looking back at the past, most of my time here is filled with joy, success and unforgettable memories. I will always cherish the achievements we have made together and I will always be proud of my contribution to this journey.
Clubs, fans and the entire city of Manchester will always occupy a special place in my heart. Teammates have become close friends, and I have the honor to work with the best coach in the world.
I cannot say all that I have learned from Guardiola. These precious treasures hope to be applied to my coaching career after the end of my player career in the future. There is no possibility of a better mentor than him.
I will never forget the game against Ipswich at Etihad after returning from Barcelona. The welcome ceremony you gave me brought unprecedented shock and touching, and it was an incredible moment.
I will continue to watch as many games as possible in Manchester City, hoping that the club can return to the top of the Premier League as soon as possible, because it is the position that Manchester City should belong to, and you have all the qualities of returning to the top of the top.
I wish you all good, stay healthy, see you soon, the UEFA Champions League arena at the latest in January! Who knows? Maybe there will be new intersections after I retire!
