Chelsea have been linked with the signing of RB Leipzig defender Josko Gvardiol.
According to a report by Fabrizio Romano, the Blues are currently in contact regarding a possible transfer and the German club will demand a sum of more than 100 million euros for the Croatian international.
roman said GiveMeSport: “Now, Leipzig wants much more than 90 million euros. They expect to bet for more than 100 million euros to make Gvardiol the most expensive central defender in history.
“Chelsea is still working on it. They are still in contact with people close to the player and Leipzig.”
The 20-year-old was one of the best defenders at the just-concluded World Cup and has all the attributes to become a world-class player in the near future.
Chelsea are looking for a quality, long-term replacement for the likes of Cesar Azpilicueta and Thiago Silva. Gvardiol could turn out to be a sensational long-term acquisition for them.
The 20-year-old has proven himself internationally and in the Bundesliga. You might be interested in taking his career a step further and a move to Stamford Bridge could be the ideal challenge for him.
Playing against world-class attackers in the Premier League will only accelerate your development and help you reach your potential.
The Blues will have to make him the most expensive defender in the world and it remains to be seen if they are willing to break the bank for his services.
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Chelsea were very active during the summer transfer window and owner Todd Boehly is expected to back Graham Potter with considerable funds in the next few windows as well.
Chelsea will need to substantially improve their squad if they want to challenge for the league title and the Champions League in the coming seasons. Signing a world-class talent like Gvardiol would be quite a statement of intent for the London club.
