.Rob Dawson, CorrespondentAug 23, 2024, 08:24 AM ETPep Guardiola has actually admitted it was actually a "unpleasant surprise" to obtain the option to re-sign Ilkay Gu00fcndogan.The German midfielder has returned to Manchester Metropolitan area after devoting last period at Barcelona.Editor's Picks1 RelatedGu00fcndogan has actually signed an one-year deal at the Etihad Stadium with the option of one more year and also Guardiola said the opportunity to restore the 33-year-old was "unforeseen."" Many of the amount of time all the supervisors mention in the move window just about anything may occur therefore this is the genuine proof.," Guardiola said to a press conference on Friday." It was actually a surprise, unanticipated. We know him quite effectively the workers and gamers." We understand the high quality he plays in 2014 at Barcelona. High, extreme degree." We failed to have any kind of uncertainties when the opportunity was open and also our experts are actually thrilled he is back." Gu00fcndogan has actually consented to deduction both remaining years of his Barcelona agreement to return to Urban area on a totally free transmission. Resources have told ESPN he likewise acquired enthusiasm from Saudi Arabia, but his choice was to go back to Manchester.Pep Guardiola has actually been reunited along with his treble-winning leader Ilkay Gu00fcndogan. Marc Atkins/Getty Images" The significant point is he wants to return," Guardiola stated. "I got the information from [sporting supervisor] Txiki [Begiristain] that Ilkay intends to speak to you and also call you. He named me and asked them about the circumstance." I noded as well as now our company are listed below as well as he has to deliver a good period." The sensation is actually that he does not pertain to resign or to keep in mind good moments. Our company have time to carry out that down the road. Today it is actually time to put your footwear on and do your greatest." Gu00fcndogan is actually City's second finalizing of the summer season after the arrival of Brazilian winger Savinho. The nightclub, depending on to resources, are actually still considering the opportunity of introducing an additional striking gamer just before the home window closes, yet the time clock is beating ahead of the Aug. 30 deadline." I do not know what is actually heading to take place," Guardiola mentioned. "Can happen one thing in terms of injuries hopefully not. Now I don't think thus.".