Ilkay Gündogan is a professional footballer from Germany, born on October 24, 1990. He primarily plays as a midfielder and is known for his technical skills, vision, and ability to control the game. Gündogan began his career at 1. FC Nürnberg before moving to Borussia Dortmund, where he won the DFB-Pokal and reached the UEFA Champions League final. In 2016, Gündogan signed with Manchester City, where he has enjoyed significant success, including multiple Premier League titles. He has also represented the German national team, participating in major tournaments like the FIFA World Cup and the UEFA European Championship.