.Rob Dawson, CorrespondentAug 23, 2024, 08:24 AM ETPep Guardiola has confessed was a "surprise" to receive the option to re-sign Ilkay Gu00fcndogan.The German midfielder has returned to Manchester City after investing final time at Barcelona.Editor's Picks1 RelatedGu00fcndogan has signed a 1 year contract at the Etihad Arena along with the option of another year and Guardiola claimed the opportunity to bring back the 33-year-old was actually "unforeseen."" Many of the time all the supervisors point out in the transmission window just about anything can easily occur so this is the actual proof.," Guardiola said to a news conference on Friday." It was a surprise, unpredicted. We know him quite effectively the workers and players." We understand the quality he participates in last year at Barcelona. Extreme, extreme degree." Our company failed to have any hesitations when the probability levelled and also our company're thrilled he is back." Gu00fcndogan has agreed to write-off both continuing to be years of his Barcelona deal to come back to Area on a complimentary move. Resources have actually told ESPN he likewise obtained enthusiasm coming from Saudi Arabia, however his preference was actually to go back to Manchester.Pep Guardiola has actually been rejoined with his treble-winning captain Ilkay Gu00fcndogan. Marc Atkins/Getty Images" The essential thing is he wants to go back," Guardiola stated. "I acquired the notification from [showing off supervisor] Txiki [Begiristain] that Ilkay wants to speak with you and call you. He named me and also asked them about the scenario." I noded and also right now we are actually listed here and also he has to supply an excellent period." The sensation is actually that he does not concern resign or to keep in mind good moments. Our team possess time to carry out that later on. Today it is time to place your footwear on and also do your ideal." Gu00fcndogan is City's 2nd signing of the summer months after the arrival of Brazilian winger Savinho. The club, according to resources, are actually still checking into the opportunity of producing an additional striking gamer prior to the home window closes, however the clock is beating before the Aug. 30 due date." I don't understand what is visiting take place," Guardiola said. "Might take place one thing in regards to accidents hopefully not. Right now I do not presume thus.".