While not in contention for the title itself, the event of the UEFA Champions League final can also have implications for the future of FC Barcelona. One of the main transfer targets for the club will be featuring in this important match, and is expected to make a decision about his future tonight.
The player in question is the German midfielder Ilkay Gundogan. This is going to be the last official match for the German with Manchester City under his current contract, and a number of sides are vying for his signature for the next season.
Barcelona are one of the sides most interested in the midfielder, and reportedly already have a verbal agreement with the German to join them for the next season. The player himself is keen for a move to the Catalan club, as he wants to experience playing in La Liga before hanging up his boots. However, nothing is definitive right now, and Barcelona’s problems with FFP can also complicate the operation.
In addition to Barcelona, Arsenal, and Borussia Dortmund are also in contact with the German’s entourage, and are highly interested in bringing the German to their clubs. Manchester City and Pep Guardiola themselves are also doing their best to convince the midfielder for a contract renewal, and have already offered him his desired 3-year contract.
According to SPORT, if Manchester City and Gundogan end up winning the Champions League title tonight, it is highly likely that this would be the last match for the player in Manchester City colors, as he would be looking to leave on a high note.
However, Barcelona will have to make their moves as soon as possible to get his signature, as Gundogan is not expected to wait too long for the club to make an offer. Before being able to do that, Barcelona will have to conclude a number of departures, in order to ensure that they can register the German with La Liga if they get him this summer.
