Manchester City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan finally feels as though he's close to full fitness.

The German returned in September after an injury laden 18 months with the club, and has since gone on to make 38 appearances for the Sky Blues across all competitions.

"I just think about now, about being part of the team, about training well and playing well, about doing what the manager and the staff want me to transport into the team," he told the club's website.

"I have my own impact and during the last months, I was still on my way to my best. Now, I feel nearly or already there, and I am having fun and I'm happy."