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Luke Thrower

Josko Gvardiol transfer bidding war sparked amid £78m Chelsea and Real Madrid interest

A transfer bidding war appears to have been sparked for Chelsea transfer target Josko Gvardiol, according to recent reports. The Blues have been linked with a move for the 20-year-old RB Leipzig defender, who continues to impress with his mature performances at just 20 years old.

The Croatia international has risen to the challenge of the World Cup over the winter period too, becoming a regular in the first team. The centre-back has played a key part in making sure the nation have made their way towards a quarter-final in the competition, with his key interception in the final group game against Belgium helping them get that far.

With plenty more interest since then, his agent - Marjan Sisic - telling Sky Sports Germany: "Regarding a possible transfer in the summer of 2023 we are not in a hurry. I can also make it clear that there are no pre-agreements with any clubs.

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