Josko Gvardiol
23-Year-Old
Manchester City
Premier
OUT
Injury Undisclosed
Est. Return 8/31/2025
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.
Remains out
Gvardiol (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's match against Tottenham, according to his club.
ANALYSIS
Gvardiol will not be able to return after missing the season opener, as the defender is still not recovered from his issues. This will likely leave the club to have John Stones start in the defense after he took what was thought to be Gvardiol's spot in the opener. The Croatian will hope his return comes soon, not missing too much of the campaign as the club pushes to be on top of the league again.
Gvardiol will not be able to return after missing the season opener, as the defender is still not recovered from his issues. This will likely leave the club to have John Stones start in the defense after he took what was thought to be Gvardiol's spot in the opener. The Croatian will hope his return comes soon, not missing too much of the campaign as the club pushes to be on top of the league again.
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Out against Wolves
Gvardiol will miss Saturday's opener against Wolves with an undisclosed knock, according to manager Pep Guardiola. "Gvardiol is not ready."
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Mainstay in defense
Gvardiol started in 36 of his 37 appearances while notching five goals on 40 shots to go along with 26 chances created, 44 interceptions, 58 tackles and 111 clearances in the Premier League.
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Returns to left-back
Gvardiol registered two interceptions, two tackles and four clearances in Tuesday's 3-1 win over Bournemouth.
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Busy defensively
Gvardiol had four clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 2-0 win versus Everton.
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Stalwart effort
Gvardiol registered four tackles (three won), seven clearances and one interception in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Brighton.
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Set to sign new deal
Gvardiol is expected to sign a new contract with Manchester City in the coming weeks, according to The Daily Star.
ANALYSIS
Several teams are interested in signing Gvardiol, but landing him won't be easy, as Manchester City have no interest in parting ways with him. Manchester City are set to offer the 22-year-old an improved contract worth £150,000 a week to extend his stay at the Etihad Stadium by two years. That would keep him under contract until the end of the 2029/30 season.
Several teams are interested in signing Gvardiol, but landing him won't be easy, as Manchester City have no interest in parting ways with him. Manchester City are set to offer the 22-year-old an improved contract worth £150,000 a week to extend his stay at the Etihad Stadium by two years. That would keep him under contract until the end of the 2029/30 season.