Real Madrid's thoughts on leading Premier League defender: A move forward with just one condition
Real Madrid will be eyeing Premier League star defender Josep Guardial as part of a key boost to their defense after the upcoming presidential election. Depending on the price Manchester City demands, the club will take this next step.
Real Madrid are the first to make moves in this summer's transfer market to strengthen their defensive unit. After the club's presidential election ends this week, the new leadership will make key decisions within the squad. However, whoever the president is—strengthening Real's defense is imperative for the club. Ibrahima Kanate and Denzel Dumfries have already been linked with a move to Real Madrid. But Real didn't stop there, they eyed Manchester City star defender Josep Guardiola.
However, there are clear signs that Guardial himself is interested in playing for Real Madrid. Real Madrid—Surely desperate to sign the Croatian center back to bolster that defense. But the club say they will do all this on one condition—only if Manchester City's asking price matches Guardial.
Manchester City could make huge demands on Guardial, who rose to global fame with his performances at the 2022 FIFA World Cup. So, Real Madrid will have no hesitation in completing the deal if City are willing to pay a reasonable price. But, if the demand is high, the real will fall back, following the traditional exchange rate variation.
Manchester City are eyeing Guardial as their keeper of the future as youth are key to their project. He still has two seasons left on his contract in the English league. In such circumstances, it will be a challenge for Real Madrid to take on Guardial right away. However, despite making a huge offer for the transfer, the club will be cautious in its spending approach.