‘Even Man United’ fans are friendly to me says £20m Man City star
Germany international midfielder Ilkay Gundogan appears to be loving life in Manchester.
The 26-year-old made the move to Man City from Borussia Dortmund for £20 million last summer.
Gundogan helped Dortmund win the Bundesliga and scored in the 2013 Champions League Final before making the move to the Premier League.
During an interview with Four Four Two, the midfield playmaker stated that he enjoys living in Manchester’s city centre and that Man United fans are even friendly towards him.
“It was time to start in a new country, in a new city, so when I had the opportunity to join Man City, I wasn’t afraid of it for one second. I was excited and just wanted to take my chance,” Gundogan told Four Four Two.
“I live in the city centre, so being able to go out to a restaurant, or some bars, or to have a coffee somewhere is great. Everyone is friendly to me – even Man United supporters!”
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Gundogan is yet to feature in a pre-season friendly this summer but has been training alongside the first team.
The 26-year-old is continuing his recovery form a knee injury he suffered back in December.
Man City kick-off their Premier League campaign with a trip to the newly promoted Brighton on Aug. 8.
Gundogan provided two assists and scored five goals in 16 appearances for the Citizens last season.
