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Midfielder Ilkay Gundogan is weighing up options to leave Barcelona this summer Ilkay Gundogan is being allowed to explore options to leave Barcelona this summer. The 33-year-old has only been at the Catalan club for one full season after opting to leave Manchester City on a free transfer. Despite being under contract for two more years, Gundogan has been told Barcelona will not stand in his way if he finds a suitable move. Clubs in England, Spain and Saudi Arabia are reportedly interested in the midfielder, who made 51 appearances across all competitions last season as Barcelona finished second in La Liga. Barca boss Hansi Flick addressed speculation after Gundogan missed the team's season-opening win against Valencia because of concussion on Saturday. Flick, who previously managed Gundogan with the Germany national team, said: "I know him very well. I appreciate the player and the person he is. "We spoke about everything, but it will stay between us. It's not for you to know. I have a feeling he will stay. " Flick is keen to keep Gundogan, but the situation may be influenced by the complicated financial position at Barcelona. They have reportedly been unable yet to register new £51m signing Dani Olmo because of the Spanish league's squad cost control rules. Barcelona are also believed to be willing to sell striker Vitor Roque before the transfer deadline. They recently announced the departure of captain Sergi Roberto, while full-back Julian Araujo left to join Bournemouth last week. Meanwhile Gundogan has announced his retirement from international football. After making his debut for his country in 2011, he went on to play 82 times for Germany and captained the side at this summer's European Championship. Though he described that as a "highlight", he added: "Even before the tournament, I felt a certain tiredness in my body and also in my head, which got me thinking. And the games at club and national level are not getting any less. " Lewandowski double as Barca come from behind to beat Valencia Bournemouth sign Araujo from Barcelona Barcelona confirm captain Roberto has left club The countdown is on. .. Who could be on the move? Australia's Richardson switches to GB cycling team after Paris medals Potts named in England team for first Sri Lanka Test Charming comedy with Tom Hollander and Olivia Colman How will a rural parish vicar handle the demands of a modern inner-city church? Local gangs, old rivalries, revenge and betrayal A new series of Sherwood is coming soon to BBC i Player A new drug changes the streets of LA A hard-hitting drama about the rise of crack cocaine in the 1980s Spectacular sci-fi with Ryan Gosling and Harrison Ford. Video Spectacular sci-fi with Ryan Gosling and Harrison Ford After a disturbing discovery, replicant hunter K looks for the one person who could help The countdown is on. .. Who could be on the move? Weekly football quiz: Who assisted Mbappe? 2 Good, 2 Bad - Richards in net & Mac Allister's miss. Video2 Good, 2 Bad - Richards in net & Mac Allister's miss Why Kovacic's performance shows Man City may not need Rodri understudy What next for The Hundred? Invincibles beat Brave to retain Hundred title - highlights. Video Invincibles beat Brave to retain Hundred title - highlights London Spirit beat Welsh Fire to win first Hundred title - highlights Video London Spirit beat Welsh Fire to win first Hundred title - highlights How Raygun made it to the Olympics and divided breaking world 'Breathtaking football' - how Slot's Liverpool machine kicked into gear Why Raya is a 'title-chasing' goalkeeper - Hart analysis. Video Why Raya is a 'title-chasing' goalkeeper - Hart analysis From Everton trial to Serie A star - the rise of new Man Utd hero Zirkzee How many Paris 2024 medallists come from your area? The rise and fall of North Korea - the sleeping giant of women's football Could there be an NFL Dream Team at LA 2028? Remarkable images from the Paris Olympics Watch the BBC's Paris 2024 closing montage. Video Watch the BBC's Paris 2024 closing montage Paris Olympics: The best stats from the 2024 Games The Hollywood Olympics: All you need to know about Los Angeles 2028 © 2024 BBC. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.