Real Madrid targets Manchester City defender Josko Gvardiol this summer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 1:05 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Real Madrid is pursuing a deal for Manchester City defender Josko Gvardiol this summer. Gvardiol has reportedly paused contract talks with City, which could allow Real Madrid to make an offer. The Spanish club aims to strengthen its defense under coach José Mourinho, with Gvardiol identified as a key target. Gvardiol is considering either staying with City or moving to Madrid amid interest from Bayern Munich. Real Madrid is working on its summer transfer strategy to revamp its backline and midfield.
- •Gvardiol's contract with Manchester City expires in 2028.
- •He has put contract talks with City on hold for now.
- •Real Madrid has not yet reinforced the left-back position.
- •Denzel Dumfries and Ibrahima Konate are incoming signings.
- •Real Madrid may offload current left-backs this summer.
- 1:05 PMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid given fresh hope in signing star Premier League defender
"Real Madrid have been given reason to believe they could be in with a chance of signing star Manchester City defender Josko Gvardiol this summer. Initially it appeared a tall ask to pursue a deal for ...
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