According to Fabrizio Romano, Liverpool are the latest addition to the list of clubs considering a move for RB Leipzig defender Yosko Guardiol.
The 21-year-old Croatian international was reportedly of great interest to Chelsea during the January transfer window, but Leipzig turned down their offers. Obviously this didn’t sit well with the player himself as he has stated on numerous occasions that he would like to continue his career in the Premier League, but for the time being he remains focused on his current club and is finishing the season in the best possible way. .
There have been many signs over the summer that Liverpool need more rebuilding work, the latest being a home rout suffered by Real Madrid in the Champions League this week. While midfield is where the biggest changes need to take place and Borussia Dortmund star Jude Bellingham remains their #1 target, one or two defenders are likely to be on their shopping list as well, as the club are ready to support the manager Jurgen Klopp. summer transfer market significantly.
Apart from Chelsea, it is believed that Manchester City are also interested in Guardiola, but recently Guardiol called Liverpool his “dream club”.
It is also important to note that RB Leipzig want to make Guardiola the most expensive defender in history. This record is currently held by Manchester United’s Harry Maguire, who moved from Leicester City to £80 million in 2019.