Ilkay Gundogan Insists He's Happy to Stay at Manchester City, Believes He Has 'Several Years' Left at Highest Level

Manchester City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan has reiterated his commitment to the Premier League champions, insisting he is happy to remain at the club and is confident he has several years of high-level football left in him. The 34-year-old veteran German midfielder scored two goals, including a lobbed effort that seemed like a cross, as City thrashed Abu Dhabi side Al Ain 6-0 in the Club World Cup.

Key Takeaways:

• Gundogan has a one-year contract with Manchester City and is committed to the team, stating he is "very happy here" and has "several years" left at the highest level.
• Gundogan emphasized his importance to the team, saying he has proven he can still play at a high level and is fit and available for games.
• City's emphatic victory secured their place in the last 16 of the Club World Cup, but it was not enough to take them above Juventus to the top of Group G.
• Gundogan believes a seventh goal would have given City a better chance to secure top spot, but City will now need to win their next game against Juventus to prevent a possible second-round clash with Real Madrid's group winners.
• Gundogan was critical of City's sluggish start to the second half, saying it was something that "should have not happened" and that they should be able to maintain a high level of performance for longer periods.

Statistics:

• City thrashed Al Ain 6-0 to reach the last 16 of the Club World Cup.
• Gundogan scored two goals, including a lobbed effort that seemed like a cross.
• City's victory ensured they are level on points with Juventus in Group G, but the Italians have an edge on goal difference.
• Gundogan has proven he still has a high level of fitness and availability, starting every game in his last season without missing a match.

Sources:

• "Ilkay Gundogan insists he is happy to remain at Manchester City and has 'several years' left at the highest level." - Manchester Evening News (June 23, 2025)
• "Manchester City's Ilkay Gundogan scores two goals as City thrash Al Ain 6-0." - FIFA Club World Cup (June 23, 2025)