Barcelona makes €80 million bid for Manchester City's Josko Gvardiol
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 6:20 AM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Barcelona is reportedly pursuing Josko Gvardiol, a top target for their defense, with a contract offer of €80 million plus bonuses. The Croatian defender currently plays for Manchester City, which is resistant to negotiations after offering him a new long-term contract. Barcelona sees Gvardiol as a key acquisition to strengthen their backline, especially as they currently lack a left-footed defender. While Real Madrid is also interested in Gvardiol, any potential transfer hinges on Manchester City's willingness to sell.
- •Barcelona aims to sign Josko Gvardiol from Manchester City.
- •The bid includes €80 million and performance-related bonuses.
- •City is resisting negotiations and has offered Gvardiol a new contract.
- •Real Madrid remains interested in Gvardiol as well.
- •Barcelona's immediate focus is strengthening their attack.
- 6:20 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona prepare blockbuster €80 million move for Real Madrid’s top defensive target – report
"Barcelona’s search for a top-class left-footed defender has led them towards one of the most highly-rated defenders in European football, but completing the deal could prove far more difficult than ...
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