Gundogan's return to playing for Man City overshadows his spying activities

After a year with Barcelona, the former City captain has returned to the club this week.

The Athletic reports the midfielder revealed in a phone call with Pep Guardiola that, in addition to his playing career, he also wants to continue his coaching education under the Catalan.

In addition, Gündogan has signaled his interest in working as an assistant coach with Guardiola in the future.

City's manager is said to have "very much welcomed" the idea.