What I don't understand is why Ilkay would leave Manchester City for Arsenal when he's still a key member of the squad and if he wants to change League, he will go to Barcelona. I want him at Arsenal but I am not sure he will join. He has won a vast array of trophies at Manchester City but it remains to be seen where he will be playing next season. Then again, the constant pursuit of Manchester City's players seems somewhat questionable to me. I’d love Arsenal to continue with their recruitment strategy.
Manchester City have offered their team captain a contract extension option but the player's decision is unanimous to leave the club, i don't know what was on his mind wanting to leave the club after being part of the success of Manchester City. Leaving Manchester City to join Arsenal makes no sense in my opinion, in general Manchester City is stronger than Arsenal.
According to reports I got from one of the Spanish media, Gundogan has reached an agreement with Barcelona. Both parties have received a verbal agreement to continue contract negotiations to a further stage. I think Gundogan will choose Barcelona over Arsenal, especially since the player is very interested in joining Barcelona.