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Real Madrid make contact with agent of Manchester City defender
TL;DR
Real Madrid has contacted the agent of Manchester City defender Josko Gvardiol as they seek to strengthen their central defense for the summer transfer window. The club aims to address potential departures of key players like David Alaba and Antonio Rudiger.
Key points
- Real Madrid seeks a new central defender this summer
- David Alaba and Antonio Rudiger may leave the club
- Josko Gvardiol has been monitored by Real Madrid for three years
- Real Madrid has missed out on other defensive targets
- Gvardiol could be available due to his contract situation
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Real Madrid make contact with agent of Manchester City defender
Real Madrid are in the market for a new central defender, with that being one of their priorities for the summer transfer window. The expected departure of David Alaba, coupled with the possible one of Antonio Rudiger, makes the position a necessity to strengthen, and targets are being lined up by the club’s sporting department.
Real Madrid have already missed out on the likes of Marc Guehi (joined Manchester City), Dayot Upamecano (signed new Bayern Munich contract) and Nico Schlotterbeck (signed new Borussia Dortmund contract), and this has seen them pivot to other targets – and in one case, they’re considering someone that has been on their radar for a while.
Josko Gvardiol is a player that Real Madrid have kept tabs on for three years, and 2026 could finally be their time to strike. According to TEAMtalk, they have spoken with the agent of the Man City defender, who could be available this summer due to his contract only having two years left to run.
Q&A
Why is Real Madrid interested in Josko Gvardiol?
Real Madrid is looking to strengthen their central defense due to the expected departures of David Alaba and Antonio Rudiger.
What is the current contract situation of Josko Gvardiol?
Josko Gvardiol has two years left on his contract with Manchester City, making him a potential target for Real Madrid this summer.
Which defenders has Real Madrid missed out on recently?
Real Madrid has missed out on defenders Marc Guehi, Dayot Upamecano, and Nico Schlotterbeck, prompting them to consider Gvardiol.