(Photo) Germany international heaps praise on Man City captain

Manchester City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan has wished a happy birthday to his club captain Vincent Kompany.

The 26-year-old shred a photo of the pair during training and included the following caption, “A captain who always goes above and beyond for his team. Happy Birthday”

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Both Kompany and Gundogan have been struggling with injuries this season.

Gundogan has been sidelined after suffering a knee injury back in December 2016. The Germany international is expected back this summer ahead of the pre-season tour to the USA.

Man City take on Southampton this weekend as they look to record back-to-back wins.