Man City given Gvardiol deadline by Leipzig

Josko Gvardiol has long been a wanted man by Man City, but Pep Guardiola may not be able to acquire the world-class defender after Leipzig put a swift deadline on when they will stop negotiating for their player and keep him in situ.

The Croatian was one of the best players at the World Cup last year, and it’s no wonder that the Cityzens want to acquire someone who can be accurately described as ‘best in class.’

Though a world record fee for a defender is to be expected in order for Leipzig to allow their star man to move on, the Manchester Evening News note that such a fee will need to be paid by August 12 at the very latest.

Effectively, that gives the powers that be at the Etihad Stadium just over a fortnight to get the deal fully signed, sealed and delivered.