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Joško Gvardiol impresses at the 2022 World Cup. Numerous clubs are vying for the RB defender. Now there is also a transfer to Bayern Munich in the room.
Doha – Croatia is in the World Cup semi-finals. Zlatko Dalić’s recipe for success? A compact defensive and a high mileage. The Croatians have only conceded three goals after six games. Central defender Joško Gvardiol plays a large part in the functioning defense system. The 20-year-old was already on the list for almost all top clubs before the tournament in Qatar. According to media reports, FC Bayern has now entered the transfer poker game for the Croatian defensive jewel.
| Name | Josko Guardiol |
| birthday | January 23, 2002 in Zagreb |
| size | 1,85 m |
| Contract until: | 2027 |
| stations | Dinamo Zagreb (-2021), RB Leipzig |
| successes | 1 x DFB Cup Winner, 2x Croatian Champion, 1x Croatian Cup Winner |
Transfer news: Top clubs interested in Joško Gvardiol
Even before the tournament, there were numerous rumors about Joško Gvardiol. The convincing performances in the Bundesliga and Champions League attracted many clubs from abroad who expressed interest in Leipzig’s shooting star. The top clubs are now queuing up when it comes to the “mask man”.
Almost a year ago, RB took the Croatian defensive talent from Dinamo Zagreb for almost 19 million euros and just 18 months later a rich transfer plus is blooming. Like the French portal Foot Market reported, three clubs have already specifically asked Leipzig.
Joško Gvardiol: Offers for RB Leipzig’s defensive talent around 100 million euros
Chelsea, who seemed to be in pole position for a long time, and the two Manchester clubs each bid for the Croatian defender. The highest transfer offer would come from the Skyblues and would be 100 million euros including bonus payments. According to transfer expert Alfredo Pedulla, Real Madrid are also planning a €90m offer.
The report of Foot Market According to the report, FC Bayern now also wants to get into transfer poker. The club management around Hasan Salihamidžić is said to have already planned a meeting with the player’s entourage.
Transfer News: FC Bayern München will Josko Guardiol
It remains questionable whether Munich want to spend as much money again in the defense center after the 70 million euro package for Matthijs de Ligt. The injury to Lucas Hernandez and Benjamin Pavard, who is willing to emigrate, could push the Bayern bosses to make another transfer.
National coach Zlatko Dalić recently described Gvardiol as “the best defender in the world.” “Playing so maturely at that age – it’s unbelievable,” said the successful Croatian coach.
Croatia coach Zlatko Dalić on Joško Gvardiol: “It’s unbelievable to play like that at that age”
The advisor from Gvardiol, however, keeps a low profile. “Sure, a lot of top clubs have found out about Joško, but he has a long-term contract in Leipzig. He feels comfortable in Leipzig.” The question will be for how long.
