Manchester City have signed midfielder Ilkay Gundogan from Borussia Dortmund.
It’s thought City have paid around 27 million Euro for the German star, who moves on a four-year deal.
“I’m thrilled to have signed for Manchester City,” Gundogan told Manchester City’s website.
“When I learned of City’s interest my heart was set on coming here and things have moved very quickly.
“I have loved my time with Borussia Dortmund and I would like to thank the club and the supporters for the five very happy years I spent there.
“They gave me a platform to play on and I became a better player because of the belief, patience and trust they showed in me.
“Now I have a new challenge and that is to achieve great things with City.
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Gundogan is Pep Guardiola’s first major signing as City manager- with the Spaniard taking up the role officially in July.
“The opportunity to work with a coach like Pep Guardiola is something I am really looking forward to”, added Gundogan.
“I am flattered to be the first signing the Club has made this summer.
“I can promise the City fans I will give everything to help us win titles both in England and the Champions League. These are exciting times.
“I have my best years ahead of me and I think we can achieve great things together. I can’t wait to begin this new chapter in my career.”
The 25 year old has 16 caps for Germany, but will miss Euro 2016 as he is recovering from knee surgery.
