Real Madrid and Bayern Munich are reportedly preparing for a transfer battle over Josko Gvardiol ahead of the summer window.
The Croatian defender remains under contract with Manchester City until 2028, but reports suggest he could consider leaving the Premier League champions soon.
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City signed Gvardiol from RB Leipzig for around €90 million, although negotiations could reportedly lower his valuation this summer significantly.
Current reports indicate a transfer fee close to €75 million may eventually convince Manchester City to sanction the defender’s potential departure soon.
Bayern Leading Race As Real Madrid Monitor Situation
Bayern Munich reportedly view Gvardiol as a major defensive target, although player sales may be necessary before any serious negotiations begin officially there.
Possible departures involving Hiroki Ito or Kim Min-jae could create room for Bayern to aggressively pursue the Manchester City defender this summer, reports Caught offside.
A key factor remains Bayern sporting director Max Eberl, who previously worked closely with Gvardiol during their successful time together at Leipzig previously.
Meanwhile, Real Madrid continue monitoring developments closely despite reports suggesting the Spanish giants do not currently consider Gvardiol their immediate transfer priority.
Contract extension talks between Manchester City and Gvardiol have reportedly stalled, encouraging the defender’s representatives to explore alternative opportunities elsewhere recently instead.
Interest from Barcelona and Inter Milan has further intensified competition for one of Europe’s most sought-after defenders currently available this summer.
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