Josko Gvardiol becomes the favorite defender of this former player. He is none other than the English footballer Rio Ferdinand. Gvardiol helped Croatia reach the quarterfinals of this World Cup that takes place in Qatar.
Josko Gvardiol has been considered as ‘One of the best players’ all over the world right now. Gvardiol has played consistently this World Cup and is already one of the favorites with many clubs trying to bid for him.
“I have to say that so far he has been my favorite defender to watch in the tournament”, Rio Ferdinand in his interview with BBC Sport. “He has a great presence, he is happy for the battles, he is very physical and has a left-handed wand. Also, he also has pace, and I think all those attributes that you need as a modern defender.
The former United central defender added: “He can play the ball at various distances, he has pinpoint accuracy. He handles any kind of pressure, he’s comfortable on both feet and he’s just as comfortable with the ball at his feet as he is when he’s running with it defensively. Also aggressiveness. He is willing to get ahead, that youth, that daring. He has quick enough feet for someone his size.
Do the clubs bid for the Croatian?
Josko Gvardiol is one of the star players of this World Cup and it is well known that Chelsea tried to force a loan this summer. After the excellent performance from him, some of the best clubs are now in the race with Chelsea to win him.
The clubs that are ready to compete with any offer for the 20-year-old include Manchester United, Barcelona, Chelsea and Real Madrid. Of these 4 clubs, Manchester United and Chelsea have focused on him much more than the other clubs.
According to the Chelsea Transfer Room, the Blues have been in contact with Leipzig about Gvardiol. The relationship between the two clubs is believed to have always been a good one and only strengthened over the course of Christopher Nkunku’s deal.
It should also be noted that Josko Gvardiol’s contract at Red Bull Arena does not expire until 2027.
What do the others say?
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While the former England international has already commented that it has been his favorite defense in the tournament so far. He also praised Gvardiol saying that he had all the attributes of a modern player.
Gvardiol’s agent, Marjan Sisic, said Monday that Gvardiol is “in no hurry” to decide his future and also made it clear that the left-handed footballer has no pre-agreements with any club.
His teammate Nikola Vlasic also said: “I have never seen a defender who has everything. The sky is the limit for him. He is not nervous, not one bit, he is always calm because he is very good. Incredible.”
His Senior Borna Barisic described how Gvardiol is valued among his peers and also recounted how relaxed Gvardiol was.
