League: LaLiga Sport: Soccer Country: Spain Category: Scores & Results

Barcelona eyes Manchester City defender Josko Gvardiol amid transfer plans

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 9:15 AM

Last updated Jun 2, 2026

Barcelona eyes Manchester City defender Josko Gvardiol amid transfer plans

Summary

FC Barcelona is considering a move for Manchester City defender Josko Gvardiol this summer, contingent on potential departures from their defensive lineup. While Barcelona has shifted focus to signing striker Julian Alvarez from Atletico Madrid, they remain attentive to Gvardiol's situation at City. The club is reportedly interested in reinforcing their defense but will only pursue Gvardiol if a current player leaves. Despite initially prioritizing a new centre-back, the focus has shifted towards other positions, particularly following recent signings.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

By the Numbers

•Barcelona admires Josko Gvardiol at Manchester City.
•Interest in Gvardiol is contingent on defensive departures.
•Barcelona's current priority is to secure a striker.
•The club remains open to other positions including full-backs.
•Gvardiol has not ruled out a summer move.

Latest Updates

9:15 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona admire Manchester City mainstay, could make a move if a defender leaves – report

What they're saying

"
FC Barcelona have fully shifted their focus on trying to secure the signing of Julian Alvarez of Atletico Madrid after signing Anthony Gordon.At the same time, though, the Catalans continue to monitor...
— Yahoo Sports

Related Teams & Leagues

Manchester City Barcelona Real Madrid Atletico Madrid LaLiga Soccer