.Rob Dawson, CorrespondentAug 23, 2024, 08:24 AM ETPep Guardiola has actually confessed was actually a "unpleasant surprise" to obtain the chance to re-sign Ilkay Gu00fcndogan.The German midfielder has gone back to Manchester City after investing final time at Barcelona.Editor's Picks1 RelatedGu00fcndogan has actually signed an one-year arrangement at the Etihad Coliseum with the alternative of another year and Guardiola claimed the opportunity to revive the 33-year-old was "unforeseen."" Many of the time all the managers mention in the transactions home window just about anything may happen so this is actually the real proof.," Guardiola said to a press conference on Friday." It was a surprise, unexpected. We know him quite well the team and gamers." We know the top quality he participates in in 2015 at Barcelona. Very high, very high level." Our experts didn't have any sort of questions when the option levelled and also our experts're happy he is back." Gu00fcndogan has actually accepted to deduction both remaining years of his Barcelona deal to go back to Metropolitan area on a free transmission. Sources have informed ESPN he likewise got enthusiasm from Saudi Arabia, however his desire was to return to Manchester.Pep Guardiola has actually been met again along with his treble-winning leader Ilkay Gu00fcndogan. Marc Atkins/Getty Images" The essential thing is he wants to go back," Guardiola said. "I received the information coming from [sporting supervisor] Txiki [Begiristain] that Ilkay wishes to consult with you as well as contact you. He called me and asked them about the situation." I noded and also right now our company are listed here as well as he has to deliver an excellent time." The emotion is that he doesn't concern resign or to keep in mind excellent minds. We possess time to perform that in the future. Right now it is opportunity to place your footwear on as well as perform your ideal." Gu00fcndogan is actually Urban area's 2nd finalizing of the summer after the appearance of Brazilian winger Savinho. The club, according to resources, are still looking into the probability of producing another striking player prior to the window finalizes, however the time clock is actually beating in front of the Aug. 30 deadline." I don't understand what is mosting likely to happen," Guardiola pointed out. "Could possibly happen one thing in terms of accidents hopefully certainly not. At the moment I do not presume therefore.".