Manchester Metropolis, who lately clinched a treble of trophies, are wanting to bolster their defence and have been knowledgeable by Leipzig in June {that a} record-breaking price for a defender can be mandatory for the switch.

Leipzig have already misplaced key gamers this summer season, together with Nkunku, Laimer, and Szoboszlai, and Gvardiol’s departure can be one other blow to final season’s workforce.

“Gvardiol and his brokers gave us their need to maneuver to Manchester Metropolis. We’re in talks with Metropolis,” Eberl instructed LVZ.

“Sure, for €100m plus bonuses, Gvardiol will find yourself in Pep’s sturdy palms. The worth of the deal would make Gvardiol the costliest defender in historical past. However it would possibly take just a few extra days.”