Croatian defender Joško Gvardiol has been offered to Real Madrid, according to Spanish publication AS. While Real Madrid's priority has been strengthening their defense, particularly in the center-back position, Gvardiol's name appearing on their radar has come as a surprise. Gvardiol, who recently returned from a serious injury, has been a key player for Manchester City, where he has been since the summer of 2023.

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Gvardiol, 23, has had a complicated season due to a tibial fracture and only recently returned to play. AS also notes that Gvardiol once scored against Real Madrid while playing for Dinamo Zagreb and knows the atmosphere at Santiago Bernabéu well. The goal was scored from outside the box with his weaker right foot. Real Madrid has been tracking Gvardiol since his standout performances for Dinamo Zagreb, who sold him to RB Leipzig for €36 million at the end of 2021.

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Gvardiol's contract with Manchester City runs until June 30, 2028. There are currently no signs of movement in discussions about extending his stay, prompting his agents to explore other options, with Real Madrid being one of the clubs that interests the Croatian defender. The uncertainty surrounding the future of coach Pep Guardiola is adding to the speculation, as some players are considering a move. Reports from Manchester suggest that Guardiola may remain for only one more season. This speculation has many in City's locker room eagerly awaiting further developments.

Gvardiol has played 121 matches for City since joining in the 2023/24 season, scoring 13 goals and providing 10 assists. The club won the English title in his first season with them.