.Rob Dawson, CorrespondentAug 23, 2024, 08:24 AM ETPep Guardiola has actually admitted it was actually a "unpleasant surprise" to obtain the chance to re-sign Ilkay Gu00fcndogan.The German midfielder has come back to Manchester Area after devoting final time at Barcelona.Editor's Picks1 RelatedGu00fcndogan has actually signed a 1 year arrangement at the Etihad Arena along with the alternative of an additional year and also Guardiola claimed the chance to restore the 33-year-old was actually "unforeseen."" The majority of the moment all the managers mention in the transfer home window just about anything can take place thus this is the genuine proof.," Guardiola informed a news conference on Friday." It was actually a shock, unexpected. We understand him really properly the staff and also gamers." We understand the premium he participates in last year at Barcelona. High, extreme level." We really did not possess any kind of hesitations when the opportunity was open and also our team're thrilled he is back." Gu00fcndogan has consented to deduction the 2 staying years of his Barcelona arrangement to go back to Metropolitan area on a free transfer. Resources have said to ESPN he likewise received interest coming from Saudi Arabia, however his inclination was to return to Manchester.Pep Guardiola has been actually met again with his treble-winning leader Ilkay Gu00fcndogan. Marc Atkins/Getty Images" The crucial thing is he wants to go back," Guardiola said. "I acquired the message coming from [sporting director] Txiki [Begiristain] that Ilkay wants to talk with you as well as phone you. He called me as well as asked them about the scenario." I noded and currently we are actually listed here and also he must supply a really good period." The emotion is actually that he does not concern resign or to remember excellent minds. Our company possess opportunity to carry out that down the road. Right now it is actually opportunity to put your shoes on and also do your finest." Gu00fcndogan is actually Area's 2nd finalizing of the summer months after the landing of Brazilian winger Savinho. The nightclub, depending on to resources, are actually still looking into the option of generating an additional attacking player just before the window finalizes, however the time clock is actually beating ahead of the Aug. 30 deadline." I don't know what is actually going to happen," Guardiola said. "Can take place something in regards to personal injuries ideally not. Right now I don't believe thus.".