Manchester City expect Josko Gvardiol to renew contract amid Barcelona interest
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 11:35 AM
Last updated Jun 6, 2026
Manchester City anticipate defender Josko Gvardiol will remain with the club and sign a new contract. Gvardiol’s current contract runs until 2028, and City believe he is not likely to leave. FC Barcelona, in need of a center-back, is exploring options but sees Gvardiol as a primary target. Their current priority is to secure a new striker, with Julian Alvarez being top of the list. Further discussions with Gvardiol’s camp may be needed for a renewal.
- •Manchester City are confident Gvardiol will renew his contract.
- •Gvardiol's current deal expires in 2028.
- •Barcelona is focused on signing a new striker first.
- •Alessandro Bastoni was previously a target for Barcelona.
- •City believe an ‘astronomical’ offer is unlikely for Gvardiol.
- 11:35 AMYahoo Sports — Manchester City believe Barcelona defensive target will renew contract – report
"Even though their absolute priority is the signing of a new centre-forward, FC Barcelona remain on the lookout to strengthen the centre-back position.For a while, Alessandro Bastoni appeared to be the...
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