Real Madrid offered Man City defender Gvardiol and Bernardo Silva

Real Madrid have been presented with an unexpected opportunity to sign Manchester City defender Josko Gvardiol, according to Spanish newspaper AS. The Croatian centre-back has been offered to the Spanish giants as they prioritise defensive reinforcements ahead of the summer transfer window.

The 23-year-old has endured a difficult season after undergoing surgery on a shin bone injury in January. He has not returned to competitive action since the procedure and may miss the World Cup, though Croatia's national team coach has yet to make a final decision on his squad selection.

Gvardiol's representatives have begun exploring potential destinations in anticipation of a summer move, with Real Madrid emerging as a preferred option for the player. No formal negotiations have taken place yet.

Real Madrid have tracked Gvardiol since his emergence at Dinamo Zagreb. He moved to RB Leipzig for €36 million in 2021 before joining Manchester City for €90 million in the summer of 2023 — a fee that priced the Spanish club out of a deal at the time.

The defender previously scored at the Santiago Bernabeu, netting a powerful right-footed strike from outside the box despite it being his weaker foot.

Bernardo Silva also offered

AS also reported that Portugal international Bernardo Silva has been offered to Real Madrid. The midfielder is seeking a new destination amid Barcelona's reluctance to prioritise his signing at this stage.