Barcelona midfielder Ilkay Gundogan has once again shared his thoughts on his team-mate Ronald Araujo in a recent interview while on international duty. This follows a previous incident where Gundogan’s criticism after Barcelona’s Champions League exit caused a stir.
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Gundogan clarified his earlier comments in his interview with Der Spiegel. “I spoke about us as a team and not just about Ronald. If you look at the full interview, I make mistakes myself and I admit it. If you are not prepared to admit mistakes, you cannot be successful,” he explained
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The German international also highlighted the crucial role of a coach in a team’s success. “Between 70 and 80%. Coaches create the complete model that their team follows,” he said. Gundogan praised coaches who can elevate their teams and players, citing Xabi Alonso’s impact on Grimaldo at Bayer Leverkusen as an example.
Gundogan has been vocal this season, not shying away from expressing his views. Following a Clasico defeat to Real Madrid, he expressed his wish for his team-mates to show more frustration and disappointment, emphasizing the importance of a collective drive for success.
As Barcelona navigates their season, Gundogan’s leadership and straightforwardness continue to shape the team’s dynamics, aiming to foster a culture of accountability and growth
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