Timo Werner has given his backing for Chelsea transfer target Josko Gvardiol. The 20-year-old was heavily linked with a move to Stamford Bridge in the summer but a move collapsed after he penned a new five-year deal with RB Leipzig.
football.london understands that the Blues still hold an interest in the Croatia international, though the German giants do not want to sell the defender. But after impressing for his country at the World Cup in Qatar, interest has grown, so retaining Gvardiol's services could prove to be a difficult task with a number of top European clubs eyeing a move.
One of whom is believed to be Real Madrid. According to Italian journalist Alfredo Pedulla, the Spanish giants have held two meetings with Leipzig and are ready to pay €120million (£106million) including bonuses for the Croatian's signature.
