FC Barcelona to Sign Gundogan from Manchester City

 Barça have one concern about Gundogan: his injury record. The club would be willing to take that risk, but they will carry out a serious and complete medical test.

Barça believe that if they sign Gundogan, and Busquets renews on a low salary, they will not sign any other midfielder in the summer. If Busquets does not renew, they would look to sign a pivot, as they do not believe Nico Gonzalez fits in the position.

Barça's sporting staff consider the signing of Gundogan to be very important to balance the midfield, as they believe that a lot of quality is lost when there are important absences, such as Pedri's.

Three reasons why the signing of Gundogan would be positive for Barça:

- He would arrive as a free agent 

- The other midfielders could be given more rest

- It would improve Xavi's alternatives in his system with four midfielders