Ilkay Gundogan goes on Raul Jimenez charm offensive as he insists ‘world-class’ Wolves star could hack it at Man City
ILKAY GUNDOGAN reckons “world-class” Wolves striker Raul Jimenez would be able to cut it at Manchester City.
The Mexican forward has scored 22 goals in his 44 appearances this season, with 12 of those in the Premier League helping Wolves compete for a top four pot.
Jimenez – who Gundogan compared to Robert Lewandowski – has attracted transfer attention from a host of European clubs, including United and Real Madrid.
And German midfielder Gundogan believes the 28-year-old striker has the attributes to make an impact at any top-six side in the Premier League, including champions City.
He told ESPN: “I think he has everything a world-class striker needs.
“For a striker he is so mobile, but also physically so good and talented technically on the ball. I can imagine him playing with us.
“Maybe [he’s] not on that level yet, but he reminds me a little bit of Lewandowski because I’ve played with him.
“In terms of style I think there is still a lot of potential.
“It’s so difficult to predict but I think [Jimenez] would get a chance in every single top-six team and there’s a good possibility he could do well.”
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Jimminez’s current Molineux deal ends in 2023 which gives Wolves a strong bargaining position.
Despite not actively in search of a move elsewhere, if any offers are made in the upcoming transfer market, the Wolves ace could consider it.
He said: ”One is always open to everything, but I have a contract until 2023.”