Jose Mourinho targets Josko Gvardiol for Real Madrid this summer
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 6:30 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Real Madrid, under incoming manager Jose Mourinho, is interested in acquiring Manchester City defender Josko Gvardiol this summer. Gvardiol, who joined City from RB Leipzig for around €90 million in 2023, has two years left on his contract. Following Pep Guardiola's departure, the Croatian defender has attracted attention from several top clubs, including Barcelona and Bayern Munich. Real Madrid seeks to strengthen its defense after struggling to secure major trophies in recent seasons. Mourinho aims to sign versatile defenders capable of adapting to different formations.
- •Gvardiol joined Manchester City for a reported €90 million.
- •He has been linked with moves to Barcelona and Bayern Munich.
- •Mourinho's focus is on building a versatile defense.
- •Gvardiol has 122 appearances, 13 goals, and 10 assists for City.
- •Manchester City remains optimistic about a contract extension.
- 6:30 PMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid and Barcelona stance on Josko Gvardiol as Man City table lucrative contract offer
- 7:30 AMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid Target Man City Star in Defensive Rebuild
- 11:05 AMYahoo Sports — Jose Mourinho targets wantaway Manchester City defender as hallmark Real Madrid signing
"Real Madrid and Barcelona remain interested in signing Josko Gvardiol this summerInterest hinges on the Croatian failing to agree new Man City contract; current deal valid till 2028Man City optimistic...
"Real Madrid Eye Josko Gvardiol as Man City Face Contract TestGvardiol Interest Creates Summer TensionTEAMtalk report that Real Madrid have made Josko Gvardiol a leading defensive target, with Arsenal�...
"Real Madrid and Jose Mourinho are interested in securing Man City’s Josko Gvardiol this summerThe defender joined Man City from RB Leipzig for a reported fee of around €90M in 2023With two more ye...
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 12, 2026, 6:30 PMReal Madrid and Barcelona stance on Josko Gvardiol as Man City table lucrative contract offer
Real Madrid and Barcelona remain interested in signing Josko Gvardiol this summerInterest hinges on the Croatian failing to agree new Man City contract; current deal valid till 2028Man City optimistic...
- Yahoo SportsJun 12, 2026, 7:30 AMReal Madrid Target Man City Star in Defensive Rebuild
Real Madrid Eye Josko Gvardiol as Man City Face Contract TestGvardiol Interest Creates Summer TensionTEAMtalk report that Real Madrid have made Josko Gvardiol a leading defensive target, with Arsenal�...
- Yahoo SportsJun 11, 2026, 11:05 AMJose Mourinho targets wantaway Manchester City defender as hallmark Real Madrid signing
Real Madrid and Jose Mourinho are interested in securing Man City’s Josko Gvardiol this summerThe defender joined Man City from RB Leipzig for a reported fee of around €90M in 2023With two more ye...
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