Croatia defender Josko Gvardiol signs for Manchester City on five-year deal

Manchester City have finally signed Croatian centre-back Josko Gvardiol on a five-year deal, for a transfer fee worth 90 million euros. Gvardiol, who is 21-years-old, joined RB Leipzig in July 2021 from Dinamo Zagreb. He shone in his two seasons in Germany and was also one of the top-performers in the 2022 FIFA World Cup, where Croatia finished in third position.

Croatia's Josko Gvardiol in action.(AP)

Gvardiol is City's second signing ahead of the 2023-24 season, and will join Croatian teammate Mateo Kovacic, who joined from Chelsea. Speaking after joining City, he said, "I have always dreamed of one day playing in England and to be doing so now with Manchester City - after the season they have just had - is a real honour for me."

"Anyone who saw Manchester City play last season knows they are the best team in the world. To win the Treble says everything you need to know about the quality this team has. To be joining City is something very special for me and my family. To have the chance to work with Pep Guardiola, too, will be amazing for me.