Flick, Barcelona's coach, emphasizes his desire for Gundogan to remain at the club

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The midfielder was absent during yesterday's victory over Valencia amidst rumors that he may be placed on the transfer list.

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick says he hopes Ilkay Gundogan stays.AdvertisementAdvertisement

Flick said, "On Monday he hurt his eyebrow and that's why he's staying home.

'I spoke to him to see how he was. I appreciate what type of player he is and what he is like as a person. I've talked a lot of things with him, but it's something between him and I. We have a good relationship.

"I know him. I have the feeling that he will stay."