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Matthew Holt

Rio Ferdinand singles out Josko Gvardiol for World Cup praise amid ongoing Chelsea transfer talk

Rio Ferdinand has singled out RB Leipzig defender Josko Gvardoil for praise following his strong showings at the World Cup in Qatar

The 20-year-old defender was in terrific form as Croatia made it to the semi-finals, having knocked out tournament favourites Brazil on penalties along the way. Beaten by eventual winners Argentina, much has been made of Gvardiol's future, with Chelsea, Arsenal and Spurs said to be interested in the defender.

With his contract in Germany not set to expire until June 2027, the former Dinamo Zagreb man is likely to cost any willing suitors upwards of £70million this summer. With his showings in the Middle East only further boosting his profile, the centre-back has been hailed for his clever ball-playing skills and superb aerial abilities.

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