Overview
- Reports published Sunday and Monday say Real Madrid and Bayern Munich contacted Joško Gvardiol’s representatives about a possible summer transfer.
- Manchester City plan to open contract-extension talks to keep the 24-year-old defender and deter bids, according to multiple reports citing TEAMtalk.
- Gvardiol has about two years left on his City deal, a point when clubs often sound out agents to gauge availability before any formal move.
- He fractured his right leg in January against Chelsea, underwent surgery, and has resumed training, with Pep Guardiola voicing confidence in his return.
- Real Madrid are prioritizing a centre-back after missed targets and expected back-line changes, though some betting coverage still expects Gvardiol to stay at City on a new deal through 2030.