"Manchester City's abundance of talent means there is not always room in the squad for some of Europe's most talented players. At the back, the emergence of Abdukodir Khusanov and Nico O'Reilly this season has been a major boost for Pep Guardiola, with Manchester City winning both domestic cups this term, following Saturday's FA Cup final. But that has left one defender - a key player until very recently - on the periphery, and potentially on his way out this summer."
"Josko Gvardiol has only played 17 times for City in the Premier League this season, and made just five appearances in the Champions League, having struggled with a shin injury throughout the campaign. The 24-year-old was almost ever-present in 2024/25, and helped City to the Premier League title in 2023/24, chipping in with important goals from defence. Josko Gvardiol joined City from RB Leipzig in 2023."
"It seemed the 77m acquisition had been a successful one, but recurring injury issues have become a problem. And according to AS, Gvardiol has been offered to Real Madrid by the player's representatives. The best features, fun and footballing quizzes, straight to your inbox every week. The Croatian has reportedly been on Los Blancos' radar for some time, with the Spanish giants said to be interested back in 2023 when the former RB Leipzig centre-back opted to join City."
"Real Madrid are prioritising defensive reinforcements as they look to improve their squad after a disappointing, trophy-less 2025/26 campaign. But AS claim there is no movement towards a transfer as things stand, with Gvardiol contracted until 2028. Gvardiol has scored some important goals for City. The player's agents are believed to be exploring potential destinations in the event that he becomes surplus to requirements at the Etihad."
Manchester City’s depth has limited playing time for some defenders despite strong performances. Abdukodir Khusanov and Nico O’Reilly have emerged as major boosts, while Josko Gvardiol has struggled with a shin injury and has made limited appearances in the Premier League and Champions League. Gvardiol was a near-regular in 2024/25 and contributed to City’s Premier League title in 2023/24, including goals from defense. Recurring injury issues have reduced his role, and AS reports that his representatives have offered him to Real Madrid. Real Madrid are prioritizing defensive reinforcements after a trophy-less 2025/26 season, but no transfer movement is reported, and Gvardiol remains contracted until 2028.
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