Kyle Walker names one player who 'turned into prime Zidane' in last few months – he will 99% join Barca

"Ilkay Gundogan turns into prime Zinedine Zidane in the last few months," Kyle Walker has told the media ahead of Manchester City's second leg against Real Madrid in the Champions League.

"This is what these players, these ball winners, do. Sometimes you have to shine, and he does it at the business end of the season," the defender added.

Earlier, Gundogan received some special praise from Pep Guardiola too.

Ilkay Gundogan has been involved in 6 goals in his last 3 matches for Manchester City. As usual, the German is quite prolific in front of goal – and that's what Xavi's team exactly need next season.

The 32-year-old is expected to sign for Barcelona as a free agent this summer. The deal is said to be almost done.