Josko Gvardiol
Born: January 23, 2002 (age 22)
Height: 6' 0.5" (185cm)
Hometown: Zagreb, Croatia
Nationality:
Croatian
![Croatia Croatia](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Position: Defender
Team: Manchester City (no. 24)
![Josko Gvardiol Josko Gvardiol](https://b.smimg.net/df11/24060473.png)
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Career History | ||
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Senior | → 2020-2021 | Dinamo Zagreb (loan) |
2020-2023 | RB Leipzig | |
2023- | Manchester City | |
International | 2021- | Croatia |
Sports Mole has 575 articles about Josko Gvardiol. Articles 1 to 40:
Man City lineup vs. Celtic: Predicted XI for pre-season friendly
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Manchester City could line up for Tuesday's pre-season friendly against Celtic.
Jul 21, 10:00
![Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola celebrates with the trophy after winning the Premier League on May 19, 2024 Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola celebrates with the trophy after winning the Premier League on May 19, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Manchester City vs. Celtic - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's friendly clash between Manchester City and Celtic, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jul 21, 09:50
![Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag pictured on February 1, 2024 Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag pictured on February 1, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Man United 'told to back off' from £70m man after double transfer rejection
Manchester United are reportedly informed by Everton that they have no plans to sell Jarrad Branthwaite even if their £70m asking price is met.
Jul 21, 08:09
![Lille defender Leny Yoro on May 06, 2024 (IMAGO) Lille defender Leny Yoro on May 06, 2024 (IMAGO)](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Man United 'baffle' Everton with £62m defender agreement after Branthwaite failure
Everton are reportedly left shocked at Manchester United's decision to fork out £52m for Lille defender Leny Yoro following their Jarrad Branthwaite rejections.
Jul 18, 08:39
![Manchester City's Julian Alvarez, Kalvin Phillips, Rodri and Sergio Gomez during training in December 2023 Manchester City's Julian Alvarez, Kalvin Phillips, Rodri and Sergio Gomez during training in December 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
"It's time to leave" - Man City confirm permanent defender departure
Manchester City confirm the permanent departure of a 23-year-old defender who has joined Real Sociedad on a six-year deal.
Jul 12, 14:28
![Everton's Jarrad Branthwaite celebrates scoring their first goal with Abdoulaye Doucoure on April 24, 2024 Everton's Jarrad Branthwaite celebrates scoring their first goal with Abdoulaye Doucoure on April 24, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Everton 'swiftly respond' to Man United's improved Jarrad Branthwaite bid
Everton allegedly waste little time in rejecting a fresh bid from Manchester United for defender Jarrad Branthwaite.
Jul 9, 09:19
![Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite on April 6, 2024 Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite on April 6, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Man United 'submit second bid' for Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite
Manchester United reportedly submit a fresh bid for Everton centre-back Jarrad Branthwaite after failing with their initial £35m proposal.
Jul 8, 23:39
![Everton's Jarrad Branthwaite on May 11, 2024 (IMAGO) Everton's Jarrad Branthwaite on May 11, 2024 (IMAGO)](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Man Utd transfer news: Jarrad Branthwaite 'reacts' to stalling £70m transfer
Everton centre-back Jarrad Branthwaite is becoming increasingly frustrated over his stalling transfer to Manchester United, according to a report.
Jul 5, 23:16
![Manchester City's Julian Alvarez, Kalvin Phillips, Rodri and Sergio Gomez during training in December 2023 Manchester City's Julian Alvarez, Kalvin Phillips, Rodri and Sergio Gomez during training in December 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Man City 'agree' £7.6m defender transfer with significant clauses
Manchester City reportedly agree a deal to sell out-of-favour left-back Sergio Gomez to Real Sociedad for €9m (£7.6m).
Jul 4, 18:15
![Manchester City's Sergio Gomez and Maximo Perrone during the warm up before the match on June 10, 2023 Manchester City's Sergio Gomez and Maximo Perrone during the warm up before the match on June 10, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Man City transfer news: Roma 'the absolute favourites' to win race for defender
Serie A giants Roma reportedly emerge as the new frontrunners to sign a Manchester City defender this summer.
Jul 4, 00:04
![Nice owner Jim Ratcliffe before the match on April 20, 2023 Nice owner Jim Ratcliffe before the match on April 20, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Man United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe 'in talks' to appoint former Chelsea director
Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe is reportedly looking to appoint former Chelsea technical director Christopher Vivell as he continues his rebuild at Old Trafford.
Jul 2, 20:43
![Barcelona centre-back Ronald Araujo on March 17, 2024 Barcelona centre-back Ronald Araujo on March 17, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Man City, Newcastle 'pushing' to sign Man United-linked Ronald Araujo
Manchester City and Newcastle United are reportedly 'best placed' to sign Manchester United-linked defender Ronald Araujo from Barcelona this summer.
Jul 2, 14:59
![Manchester United's Erik ten Hag celebrates in August 2023 Manchester United's Erik ten Hag celebrates in August 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Man United reunion mooted as Erik ten Hag 'identifies' Branthwaite alternative
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag reportedly identifies Bayern Munich defender Matthijs de Ligt as a top alternative to Everton's Jarrad Branthwaite.
Jun 30, 00:08
![Italy's Gianluigi Donnarumma looks dejected after Riccardo Calafiori scores an own goal on June 20, 2024 Italy's Gianluigi Donnarumma looks dejected after Riccardo Calafiori scores an own goal on June 20, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Croatia vs. Italy - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's European Championship clash between Croatia and Italy, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jun 24, 20:49
![Croatia's Luka Modric pictured in June 2024 Croatia's Luka Modric pictured in June 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
How Croatia could line up against Italy
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Croatia could line up for Monday's Euro 2024 clash with Italy.
Jun 22, 16:21
![Albania midfielder Klaus Gjasula cuts a relieved figure after scoring against Croatia at Euro 2024 on June 19, 2024. Albania midfielder Klaus Gjasula cuts a relieved figure after scoring against Croatia at Euro 2024 on June 19, 2024.](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Gjasula scores at both ends as Albania earn dramatic Croatia draw at Euro 2024
Klaus Gjasula scores at both ends of the pitch as Albania earn a dramatic 2-2 draw with Croatia at Euro 2024.
Jun 19, 15:57
![Croatia's Luka Modric pictured in June 2024 Croatia's Luka Modric pictured in June 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Croatia vs. Albania - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's European Championship clash between Croatia and Albania, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jun 19, 14:47
![Croatia's Josko Gvardiol in action with Spain's Lamine Yamal on June 15, 2024 Croatia's Josko Gvardiol in action with Spain's Lamine Yamal on June 15, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
How Croatia could line up against Albania
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Croatia could line up for Wednesday's Euro 2024 clash with Albania.
Jun 17, 16:19
![Spain's Alvaro Morata celebrates scoring against Croatia on June 15, 2024 Spain's Alvaro Morata celebrates scoring against Croatia on June 15, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Spain begin Euro 2024 campaign with three-goal win over Croatia
Alvaro Morata, Fabian Ruiz and Dani Carvajal score the goals as Spain open their Euro 2024 campaign with a 3-0 victory over Croatia in Berlin.
Jun 15, 18:57
![Croatia coach Zlatko Dalic reacts on March 23, 2024 Croatia coach Zlatko Dalic reacts on March 23, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Croatia Euro 2024 squad: Who makes the cut? Which stars have missed out?
Real Madrid midfielder Luka Modric headlines Croatia's squad for Euro 2024, while Manchester City's Josko Gvardiol and Mateo Kovacic are also included.
Jun 15, 11:58
![Spain's Rodri celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on March 26, 2024 Spain's Rodri celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on March 26, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Spain vs. Croatia - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's European Championship clash between Spain and Croatia, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jun 15, 11:29
![Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite on April 6, 2024 Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite on April 6, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Everton using Harry Maguire precedent in 'world-record' Jarrad Branthwaite valuation
Everton reportedly tell Manchester United that they will not allow Jarrad Branthwaite to leave Goodison Park this summer for under £80m.
Jun 14, 13:49
![Croatia's Josko Gvardiol pictured on March 25, 2023 Croatia's Josko Gvardiol pictured on March 25, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Josko Gvardiol eulogises over standout Croatia star ahead of Euro 2024
Manchester City's Josko Gvardiol says that Croatia are determined to triumph at Euro 2024 in order to "honour" Luka Modric.
Jun 13, 17:43
![Croatia's Andrej Kramaric celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on September 11, 2023 Croatia's Andrej Kramaric celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on September 11, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
How Croatia could line up against Spain
Sports Mole looks at how Croatia could line up in Saturday's Euro 2024 clash with Spain.
Jun 13, 14:57
![Spain's Lamine Yamal celebrates scoring their first goal with Gavi on November 16, 2023 Spain's Lamine Yamal celebrates scoring their first goal with Gavi on November 16, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
How youngest Euro 2024 player Lamine Yamal compares to other Euro 'babies'
Sports Mole looks at how Euro 2024's youngest player - Barcelona and Spain starlet Lamine Yamal - compares to previous teenage sensations at the tournament.
Jun 12, 12:26
![Netherlands' Xavi Simons in action with Scotland's Kieran Tierney on March 22, 2024 Netherlands' Xavi Simons in action with Scotland's Kieran Tierney on March 22, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Real Sociedad eye Manchester City man as replacement for Arsenal loanee?
Real Sociedad reportedly identify a Manchester City player as a replacement for Arsenal loanee Kieran Tierney.
Jun 11, 18:31
![Portugal's Joao Cancelo shoots at goal on June 4, 2024 Portugal's Joao Cancelo shoots at goal on June 4, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
"He is our player" - Pep Guardiola speaks out on Joao Cancelo future
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola delivers an update on the future of Joao Cancelo, who spent the 2023-24 season on loan at Barcelona.
Jun 11, 18:09
![France's Kylian Mbappe in action on June 5, 2024 France's Kylian Mbappe in action on June 5, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
The best XI of players at Euro 2024
From over 600 players taking part at Euro 2024, Sports Mole selects the best starting XI.
Jun 10, 17:58
![Argentina's Enzo Fernandez celebrates scoring their second goal on November 26, 2022 Argentina's Enzo Fernandez celebrates scoring their second goal on November 26, 2022](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
The 10 most expensive British transfers of all time
Sports Mole counts down the 10 most expensive British transfers of all time.
Jun 9, 15:00
![Portugal's Bruno Fernandes celebrates scoring their third goal with Francisco Conceicao on June 4, 2024 Portugal's Bruno Fernandes celebrates scoring their third goal with Francisco Conceicao on June 4, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Portugal vs. Croatia - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's friendly clash between Portugal and Croatia, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jun 6, 16:34
![Manchester City's Jack Grealish pictured during training on August 15, 2023 Manchester City's Jack Grealish pictured during training on August 15, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Manchester City's most expensive signings ever
Sports Mole looks at the most expensive signings in Manchester City's illustrious history.
Jun 5, 19:18
![Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola looks dejected after the match on May 25, 2024 Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola looks dejected after the match on May 25, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Pep Guardiola critical of Manchester City 'game plan' after losing FA Cup final
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola admits that he got his tactics wrong in his side's 2-1 defeat to rivals Manchester United in the FA Cup final on Saturday.
May 25, 21:29
![Manchester United's Alejandro Garnacho celebrates scoring their first goal on May 25, 2024 Manchester United's Alejandro Garnacho celebrates scoring their first goal on May 25, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Alejandro Garnacho, Kobbie Mainoo make FA Cup history in thrilling Man United triumph
Manchester United's Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo make history as the first duo of teenagers to score in the same FA Cup final.
May 25, 18:13
![Manchester United's Alejandro Garnacho celebrates scoring their first goal on May 25, 2024 Manchester United's Alejandro Garnacho celebrates scoring their first goal on May 25, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Manchester United shock Manchester City to win FA Cup
Manchester United win the FA Cup for the 13th time thanks to a 2-1 victory over Manchester City, in what may be Erik ten Hag's last match as head coach.
May 25, 16:56
![Manchester City's Kyle Walker and teammates celebrate with the trophy after winning the Premier League on May 19, 2024 Manchester City's Kyle Walker and teammates celebrate with the trophy after winning the Premier League on May 19, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Manchester City vs. Manchester United - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's FA Cup clash between Manchester City and Manchester United, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
May 25, 12:32
![Manchester City's Stefan Ortega with manager Pep Guardiola before coming on as a substitute on May 14, 2024 Manchester City's Stefan Ortega with manager Pep Guardiola before coming on as a substitute on May 14, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
How Manchester City could line up against Manchester United
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Manchester City could line up for Saturday's FA Cup final against Manchester United.
May 24, 11:52
![Manchester City's Kyle Walker and teammates celebrate with the trophy after winning the Premier League on May 19, 2024 Manchester City's Kyle Walker and teammates celebrate with the trophy after winning the Premier League on May 19, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Four in a row: Manchester City crowned Premier League champions again with victory over West Ham United
Manchester City are crowned Premier League champions for a record fourth season in a row after beating West Ham United 3-1 at the Etihad Stadium.
May 19, 18:01
![Manchester City's Jeremy Doku celebrates scoring their first goal on November 4, 2023 Manchester City's Jeremy Doku celebrates scoring their first goal on November 4, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Team News: Manchester City make two changes for PL title decider, West Ham United without top scorer
Manchester City make two changes to their starting lineup for this afternoon's Premier League final-day clash with West Ham United at the Etihad Stadium.
May 19, 15:03
![Manchester City's Phil Foden celebrates scoring their third goal with Ruben Dias and Jack Grealish on April 3, 2024 Manchester City's Phil Foden celebrates scoring their third goal with Ruben Dias and Jack Grealish on April 3, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Manchester City vs. West Ham United - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League clash between Manchester City and West Ham United, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
May 19, 13:37
![Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne celebrates scoring against Real Madrid on April 16, 2024 Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne celebrates scoring against Real Madrid on April 16, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
How Manchester City could line up against West Ham United
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Manchester City could line up for Sunday's Premier League clash with West Ham United.
May 17, 17:23