{"id":48515,"date":"2026-06-10T17:14:36","date_gmt":"2026-06-10T21:14:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/06\/10\/a-concrete-offer-is-already-on-the-table-real-madrid-eyes-blockbuster-move-for-manchester-city-star-as-sky-sports-rep-drops-latest-update\/"},"modified":"2026-06-10T17:14:36","modified_gmt":"2026-06-10T21:14:36","slug":"a-concrete-offer-is-already-on-the-table-real-madrid-eyes-blockbuster-move-for-manchester-city-star-as-sky-sports-rep-drops-latest-update","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/06\/10\/a-concrete-offer-is-already-on-the-table-real-madrid-eyes-blockbuster-move-for-manchester-city-star-as-sky-sports-rep-drops-latest-update\/","title":{"rendered":"&#8216;A concrete offer is already on the table&#8217; \u2013 Real Madrid eyes blockbuster move for Manchester City star as Sky Sports rep drops latest update"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_74 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/06\/10\/a-concrete-offer-is-already-on-the-table-real-madrid-eyes-blockbuster-move-for-manchester-city-star-as-sky-sports-rep-drops-latest-update\/#Florian_Plettenberg_talks_about_the_future_of_Josko_Gvardiol_who_is_of_growing_interest_to_Real_Madrid\" >Florian Plettenberg talks about the future of Josko Gvardiol, who is of growing interest to Real Madrid<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/06\/10\/a-concrete-offer-is-already-on-the-table-real-madrid-eyes-blockbuster-move-for-manchester-city-star-as-sky-sports-rep-drops-latest-update\/#Josko_Gvardiols_time_at_Man_City\" >Josko Gvardiol&#8217;s time at Man City<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div id=\"article-body\">\n<!-- Article Start --><\/p>\n<p><strong>Real Madrid are targeting a sensational summer rush from Manchester City star Josko Gvardiol and are looking to strengthen their defense with elite reinforcements. <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Spanish giants have placed the highly-rated defender high on their shortlist, turning his future into one of the most compelling stories of the current transfer window.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Download the official CaughtOffSide app to get all the latest news and updates straight to your phone. above <span role=\"presentation\"><u>apple<\/u><\/span>  &#038; <span role=\"presentation\"><u>Google play<\/u><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Florian_Plettenberg_talks_about_the_future_of_Josko_Gvardiol_who_is_of_growing_interest_to_Real_Madrid\"><\/span>Florian Plettenberg talks about the future of Josko Gvardiol, who is of growing interest to Real Madrid<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>According to prominent Sky Sports journalist Florian Plettenberg, the 24-year-old Croatian international will ultimately have to choose between two different paths for his future.<\/p>\n<p>The first option is to pledge long-term loyalty to Manchester City by signing a contract extension that extends well beyond the current expiration date in 2028, and Etihad officials have already formally put concrete proposals on the table.<\/p>\n<p>The second option is to complete a blockbuster move to the Santiago Bernab\u00e9u, and it is strongly noted that Real Madrid&#8217;s interest is concrete.<\/p>\n<p>While Manchester City are actively working behind the scenes to retain their defensive crown jewel, it has been confirmed that European giants Bayern Munich will be withdrawing from the race altogether.<\/p>\n<p>The Bundesliga giants highly value Gvardioglu&#8217;s world-class abilities, and club executives believe the overall financial package is far too expensive and see no immediate need to strengthen specific areas of the squad at this time.<\/p>\n<p>Barcelona also consider him as<span> <\/span>catch off side<span> <\/span>There had previously been reports of widespread interest from Spain.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Josko_Gvardiols_time_at_Man_City\"><\/span>Josko Gvardiol&#8217;s time at Man City<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Since arriving at the Etihad Stadium from RB Leipzig for the blockbuster in August 2023 <span>90 million euros <\/span>Gvardiol quickly established himself as an essential pillar under manager Pep Guardiola.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Want more catchoffside coverage? Add us<span> <\/span>Google recommended sources<span> <\/span>Add trusted news to your favorites list<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p>In 122 appearances for City&#8217;s first team, the left-footed defender has shown immense tactical versatility, working seamlessly as both a commanding centre-back and a highly progressive left-back.<\/p>\n<p>Gvardiol&#8217;s time at Manchester was marked by a number of impressive achievements, including Premier League laurels, the FA Cup and the League Cup.<\/p>\n<p>He has also established a reputation for contributing important goals, scoring 11 times during his City career.<\/p>\n<p>With Europe&#8217;s most elite clubs vying for his signature, the ball is firmly in the defender&#8217;s court as he weighs a lucrative renewal offer from City against the lure of donning Madrid&#8217;s famous white shirt.<\/p>\n<p><!-- Article End -->\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Real Madrid are targeting a sensational summer rush from Manchester City star Josko Gvardiol and are looking to strengthen their defense with elite reinforcements. 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