Josko Gvardiol, the 24-year-old Croatian defender who became the most expensive defender in history when Manchester City signed him from Leipzig for €90 million, is reportedly set to leave the English club three years after his arrival. Well-informed sources from top clubs have revealed that Gvardiol is eager to make a move this summer.

The Madrid newspaper As first reported that Gvardiol was on Real Madrid's radar. In a live segment on Sky, former Germany and Bayern Munich player Lothar Matthäus provided additional insight: "I have a player in mind, and I've heard that initial inquiries have already been made. A former Bundesliga player from Leipzig, currently playing for Manchester City, a left-back." He then confirmed: "Josko Gvardiol."

High Price Tag

Stefan Kumberger, a well-informed reporter for German publication SPORT1, added: "It's known that Gvardiol is a big Bayern fan and could envision a transfer to Munich. It's also known that the Croatian defender wants to leave Manchester City. However, Bayern is likely to reject the amount City demands for Gvardiol, which is between €75 and €90 million. It's highly questionable whether Bayern would be willing to pay that much."

Gvardiol has played 121 matches for City, scoring 13 goals and providing 10 assists. He has won one English title, the FA Cup, the League Cup, and the UEFA Club World Cup. He recently returned to action after four months out due to a broken leg. Transfermarkt values him at €70 million.

Bayern's President on Replenishing the Squad

Bayern Munich's president, Herbert Heiner, was asked in an interview with Bild about potential signings, especially from England:

"Are you ready to spend a lot this summer?"

"Of course, Bayern can still invest large sums. But as always, we won't do anything reckless and will not agree to what agents might dream up."

"In recent years, you've been buying more and more players from the Premier League. Is this coincidence or a new philosophy?"

"It's neither our philosophy nor pure coincidence. Many of the best footballers in the world play in the Premier League because there is a lot of money involved and the league is attractive. If we want to bring players who will make Bayern better, there are many in the Premier League."