.Rob Dawson, CorrespondentAug 23, 2024, 08:24 AM ETPep Guardiola has actually admitted it was a "shock" to obtain the possibility 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 agreement at the Etihad Coliseum along with the option of yet another year and also Guardiola said the odds to revive the 33-year-old was "unanticipated."" A lot of the moment all the managers state in the transactions window just about anything can take place so this is the genuine proof.," Guardiola told a press conference on Friday." It was a surprise, unforeseen. We know him truly well the staff as well as gamers." We know the top quality he plays last year at Barcelona. Very high, high degree." Our team didn't possess any kind of uncertainties when the probability levelled as well as our company are actually thrilled he is actually back." Gu00fcndogan has actually agreed to deduction the two remaining years of his Barcelona contract to return to Urban area on a complimentary transfer. Sources have actually told ESPN he additionally got enthusiasm from Saudi Arabia, yet his desire was actually to come back to Manchester.Pep Guardiola has been actually reunified with his treble-winning leader Ilkay Gu00fcndogan. Marc Atkins/Getty Images" The vital factor is he desires to return," Guardiola stated. "I received the notification coming from [showing off supervisor] Txiki [Begiristain] that Ilkay desires to speak with you and also contact you. He named me as well as inquired about the condition." I noded and also now our experts are actually listed below and also he must supply a great time." The feeling is that he does not concern retire or to keep in mind good moments. Our experts have time to do that in the future. Right now it is actually opportunity to place your footwear on and also do your ideal." Gu00fcndogan is Metropolitan area's second signing of the summer season after the appearance of Brazilian winger Savinho. The nightclub, depending on to sources, are actually still considering the option of bringing in another striking gamer prior to the home window closes, but the time clock is actually ticking ahead of the Aug. 30 target date." I don't know what is actually heading to happen," Guardiola pointed out. "Might occur something in regards to accidents with any luck certainly not. Now I do not think thus.".