Liverpool join the Gvardiol race?

Liverpool are the latest addition to the list of clubs considering a move for RB Leipzig defender Josko Gvardiol, according to Fabrizio Romano.

The 21-year-old Croatia international reportedly sparked strong interest in Chelsea during the January transfer window, but Leipzig rejected their advances. This apparently didn't sit too well with the player himself, as he has stated several times that he would like to continue his career in the Premier League, but for now he remains focused on his current club and is finishing the season as well. strong as possible. .

There have been plenty of signs that Liverpool need a big rebuilding job this summer, the latest being Real Madrid's home thrashing in the Champions League this week. Even though the midfield section is where the biggest changes need to happen and Borussia Dortmund star Jude Bellingham remains their No.1 target, a defender or two are likely to be on their shopping list as well. , with the club willing to back manager Jurgen Klopp. considerably the summer transfer market.

Besides Chelsea, Manchester City are also believed to be interested in Gvardiol, but Gvardiol recently named Liverpool as his 'dream club'.

It's also important to note that Leipzig want to make Gvardiol the most expensive defender of all time, a record currently held by Manchester United's Harry Maguire and his move from Leicester City for £80million in 2019.