.Rob Dawson, CorrespondentAug 23, 2024, 08:24 AM ETPep Guardiola has actually confessed was actually a "shock" to receive the chance to re-sign Ilkay Gu00fcndogan.The German midfielder has gone back to Manchester Area after investing last time at Barcelona.Editor's Picks1 RelatedGu00fcndogan has authorized a 1 year deal at the Etihad Stadium along with the choice of yet another year and Guardiola claimed the opportunity to bring back the 33-year-old was "unpredicted."" A lot of the moment all the supervisors mention in the transmission window everything may occur therefore this is the true proof.," Guardiola informed a press conference on Friday." It was a shock, unforeseen. We know him quite effectively the workers and also gamers." We know the high quality he plays last year at Barcelona. Extreme, very high amount." Our experts didn't possess any kind of questions when the opportunity levelled as well as our experts are actually delighted he is actually back." Gu00fcndogan has actually consented to write-off the 2 staying years of his Barcelona contract to return to Area on a free of charge transfer. Resources have actually said to ESPN he also acquired enthusiasm from Saudi Arabia, but his taste was to return to Manchester.Pep Guardiola has been actually reconciled along with his treble-winning leader Ilkay Gu00fcndogan. Marc Atkins/Getty Images" The essential trait is he intends to return," Guardiola claimed. "I received the message coming from [featuring director] Txiki [Begiristain] that Ilkay wants to talk to you and contact you. He called me as well as asked them about the situation." I said yes and also currently our company are below and he has to supply an excellent season." The sensation is that he does not involve resign or even to remember really good memories. Our team possess time to carry out that in the future. Right now it is opportunity to place your footwear on and also do your best." Gu00fcndogan is Urban area's 2nd signing of the summer after the arrival of Brazilian winger Savinho. The nightclub, according to resources, are actually still checking out the possibility of bringing in one more striking player prior to the home window finalizes, however the time clock is actually ticking in front of the Aug. 30 due date." I don't understand what is actually going to occur," Guardiola mentioned. "Might take place one thing in terms of injuries with any luck not. Now I do not presume therefore.".