From his brace against Aston Villa to clinch the 2021/22 Premier League title, to his record-breaking FA Cup final strike in 2023, Gundogan established himself as one of the club’s most iconic midfielders, while his decision to return in 2024 underlined his enduring bond with the club.

Erling Haaland struck twice as City got back to winning ways by easing past United in Sunday’s Manchester derby. Phil Foden ’s header broke the deadlock before Haaland scored two second-half goals to decide the game. Tributes were paid to City fan and world champion Ricky Hatton before the game, following the boxer’s death at the age of 46.

Erling Haaland scored twice, Jeremy Doku had a pair of assists, and Phil Foden also scored for City, who move into eighth place with six points.

Manchester United has not had that much of a better start, especially since they were shockingly knocked out of the EFL Cup by Grimsby Town two weeks ago. After losing to Arsenal, and drawing with Fulham, the Red Devils finally picked up a 3-2 win over Burnley last Saturday.

The Norwegian made his name as a single-minded goalscorer but this season he is embracing selfless leadership qualities

Faces new and old shined brightly for Manchester City in a convincing Manchester derby triumph over Manchester United on Sunday at the Etihad Stadium.

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Manchester United are in talks to appoint former Manchester City academy staff member Alan Wright as a professional development phase coach. The 53-year-old would join from agency Harwick Sports Management after previously spending a decade at City’s academy, coaching the under-16s.