RB Leipzig star Josko Gvardiol could be at the centre of a major transfer bidding war in the summer with several European heavyweights tracking his situation. Chelsea attempted to sign the Croatia international last summer but saw their proposals rebuffed by Leizpig, who went on to agree a contract extension with Gvardiol until 2027.
Following Chelsea's January business, talk of Gvardiol linking up with his Leipzig teammate Christopher Nkunku, who is set to arrive at Stamford Bridge ahead of the 2023/24 season, diminished. The Blues opted to solve their left-sided defensive woes in the winter trading period by signing Benoit Badiashile from AS Monaco in a £35million deal.
Despite that deal, there is still some interest from west London, but Chelsea likely find themselves at the back of the queue in comparison to the other teams heavily linked with signing the 21-year-old. Liverpool and Real Madrid appear as the frontrunners, with Gvardiol having openly admitted his love for both clubs.
