Josko Guardiola impressed with his performance at the 2022 World Cup and at RB Leipzig, and the Croatian could become the most expensive defender in football history this summer.

Josko Guardiol, RB LeipzigPhoto: Mutsu Kawamori / AFLO / Profimedia

Josko Guardiola, who Pep Guardiola really wants in the Premier League

21-year-old Josko Guardiol has attracted interest from several leading Premier League clubs. The Croatian defender is wanted by Pep Guardiola at Manchester City, and the City could make him the most expensive defensive player in football history.

Marco Rose, the coach of RB Leipzig, said a few weeks ago that Guardiola will continue with the Bundesliga side, contrary to rumors in the press.

“Josko Guardiol will also be a player for RB Leipzig next season. I am a coach and I demand it. He said he wants to play in the Premier League, but he didn’t say when.” – said the RB Leipzig technician.

However, Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano confirms that Manchester City is the main contender for the Croat’s signature.

Both Guardiola and members of his staff believe that Josko Guardiola is the right player for the defensive unit.

However, the “citizens” will have competition. Chelsea and Liverpool would be other teams interested in signing the player, who is valued at €75m by Transfermarkt.

The chapter in which the leaders from Manchester City are likely to be is the financial offer.

According to the Daily Mail, the current champions of England are ready to offer a sum of 130 million euros in exchange for Josko Guardiola, which will make the Croatian the most expensive defender in the history of football.

The record is currently held by Harry Maguire, bought by Manchester United from Leicester for €87 million.