Sergio Gomez has paid tribute to Pep Guardiola after leaving Manchester City for Real Sociedad.
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Gomez joins Real SociedadDeal worth €10 millionDefender praises Guardiola GettyWHAT HAPPENED?
Gomez joined Manchester City in the summer of 2022 and made a solid start to the 2022-23 season as a substitute for Joao Cancelo. However, as the season passed, his importance in the squad dwindled and a number of injuries meant he was no longer a part of Guardiola's plan. After making just six Premier League appearances last season, the Spaniard has now left the club for Imanol Alguacil's side.
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Real Sociedad have paid €10 million (£8.3m/$10.9m) with a 30% sell-on clause to sign the 23-year-old former La Masia graduate. He made 38 appearances for the eight-time Premier League winners and won three straight league titles and a Champions League. He also praised Guardiola following his departure.
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Speaking to the media, Gomez said, per BBC Sport: "Being part of such a talented, ambitious and successful squad was a true honour and winning a host of major trophies, including the Treble, is something I will never forget and will always look back fondly on.
"I am excited for this new adventure but I wish Pep Guardiola and the players every success in the future."
WHAT NEXT FOR GOMEZ?
He will now join Alguacil's side for pre-season and will hope to make his official debut for the club against Rayo Vallecano in the La Liga opener.