Josko Gvardiol
24-Year-Old
Manchester City
Premier
2025 Fantasy Outlook
Gvardiol was arguably one of City's best players in their letdown of a 2024/25 campaign, starting 36 matches while serving between left-back and center-back, depending on where he was needed by Pep Guardiola. His two-way ability was once again on full display as he led the left flank, advancing at any chance he could to help the attack, earning him five goals despite the defender tag. He's unlikely to take a step down from this level in a system that fits perfectly to his game, though following the addition of Rayan Ait-Nouri, it does seem like he'll play more as a center-back going forward, which could lead to less time on the ball around the opponent's box.
Replaced at halftime Tuesday
Gvardiol registered one tackle (one won) and three clearances in Tuesday's 1-0 victory over Panama.
ANALYSIS
Gvardiol started again Tuesday, this time playing at left-back rather than in a trio of center backs like how the team lined up versus England. He played well defensively in the first half, winning four duels and one tackle and not allowing any good chances for Panama. However, due to the attack not creating anything in the first half, Gvardiol was subbed off at halftime for Andrej Kramaric as a tactical change. It's unclear how the defense will line up versus Ghana on Saturday, but almost undoubtedly Gvardiol will be a part of it.
Gvardiol started again Tuesday, this time playing at left-back rather than in a trio of center backs like how the team lined up versus England. He played well defensively in the first half, winning four duels and one tackle and not allowing any good chances for Panama. However, due to the attack not creating anything in the first half, Gvardiol was subbed off at halftime for Andrej Kramaric as a tactical change. It's unclear how the defense will line up versus Ghana on Saturday, but almost undoubtedly Gvardiol will be a part of it.
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Minimal fantasy impact in loss
Gvardiol recorded one shot (zero on goal) in Wednesday's 4-2 loss to England. He also added one clearance, one tackle and two duels won.
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Set for big role defensively
Gvardiol should be a key defensive piece for Croatia in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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Starts in return
Gvardiol (fracture) is in the starting XI for Wednesday's match against Crystal Palace.
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Trains with team, could return
Gvardiol (fracture) has returned to team training this week and could be available to help City in the final fixtures of the season, according to coach Pep Guardiola. "Yeah he's good, he's training and feels good... Hopefully he can help us in the last part of the season and have a good World Cup with Croatia."
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Getting better but return not close
Gvardiol (fracture) continues to make progress in his recovery but is not yet close to returning, according to coach Pep Guardiola. "He's getting better but still he isn't close."
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City offer new contract
Manchester City have offered Gvardiol a new contract in recent days, according to Florian Plettenberg of Sky Sports.
ANALYSIS
Gvardiol has two years left on his current contract at the Etihad Stadium, so this looks like the perfect time to extend him. It's unclear what might happen this summer with the Croatia defender, but he'll either sign a new deal or push to join Real Madrid. Los Blancos are keen on signing another defender who can anchor the defense on a long-term basis.
Gvardiol has two years left on his current contract at the Etihad Stadium, so this looks like the perfect time to extend him. It's unclear what might happen this summer with the Croatia defender, but he'll either sign a new deal or push to join Real Madrid. Los Blancos are keen on signing another defender who can anchor the defense on a long-term basis.