After Manchester City lifted their third English Premier League title in a row on Sunday afternoon, captain, Ilkay Gundogan said his arms are now strong enough to lift two more trophies.
Man City have the FA Cup, and the UEFA Champions League finals coming up against Manchester United and Inter Milan respectively.
According to Gundogan, there is no special secret to his leadership role as the Cityzens captain besides staying calm and focusing on what is important.
"I have no secrets," Gundogan told amp.mancity.com.
"Maybe my secret is to stay calm and stay patient. I focused on the important things and that is the success of the team.
"This is what we’re doing day by day. Today is special, it feels more special than previous years. Because of the atmosphere in the training ground, we’re here for each other, we fight for each other in tough periods.
"Two more finals to go, we’re looking forward to it. My arms are ready to lift two more titles."
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In 30 appearances, Gundogan contributed eight goals and five assists to City's EPL success this season.
Adaptation is what he credits his positive contribution to.
"It’s adaptation. The holding position requires different things to the offensive roles. This is what Pep [Guardiola] appreciates about me.
"I’m not special in times of giving decisive goals and assists, my qualities are in terms of bringing my teammates in the best possible situations.
"Leading them to these kind of simple situations. My football is simple, I try to make it as simple."
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