Ilkay Gundogan, a talented midfielder for Barcelona and formerly Manchester City, has announced his retirement from playing for the German national team.
Gundogan, aged 33, captained the German team at the Euro 2024 tournament, his final appearances for his country.
He played 82 times for Germany, scoring 19 goals, and cited tiredness in his body and mind as reasons for his decision.
Gundogan expressed his gratitude to fans, staff, and teammates, emphasizing his pride in representing his nation and his hopes for the future of German football.
