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Josko Gvardiol ‘remains on Liverpool’s radar but they have bigger priorities than centre-back’

Liverpool face missing out on signing Josko Gvardiol in the summer transfer window

RB Leipzig’s in-demand defender Josko Gvardiol ‘is on Liverpool’s radar but they have bigger priorities than centre-back this summer’ – as Jurgen Klopp focuses on bolstering his midfield with Jude Bellingham the Reds’ No 1 target

Liverpool could miss out on signing Josko Gvardiol, according to a report.

Gvardiol is one of the most sought-after centre-backs in world football after a string of impressive performances for RB Leipzig and the Croatian national team.

Aged just 21, the defender is set to command a huge fee if he is to move in the summer transfer window.

Liverpool are set to spend in the summer in an attempt to rebuild after a poor season, and could sign a centre-back in the window.

According to The Athletic, however, it’s unlikely they will sign Gvardiol, with the Reds set to focus on other areas of the pitch for improvement. 

Liverpool face missing out on signing Josko Gvardiol in the summer transfer window

Jurgen Klopp's side are set to focus on strengthening their midfield department

Jurgen Klopp’s side are set to focus on strengthening their midfield department

Liverpool aren’t short on depth in the centre-back department, with Virgil van Dijk still at the core of the team and Ibrahima Konate currently his preferred partner.

Joel Matip appears to be first in reserve, but it’s possible he will move on in the summer as he nears the final year of his contract.

Joe Gomez has struggled for form when he’s played, meanwhile, and Nathaniel Phillips could also move on in the summer in search of regular first team football.

The Red are reportedly set to focus on re-building their midfield this summer, however.

Jude Bellingham remains of high interest to Jurgen Klopp’s side and will command a fee in excess of £100million if he’s to join.

The Reds remain interested in Jude Bellingham, who will command a huge transfer fee

The Reds remain interested in Jude Bellingham, who will command a huge transfer fee

Liverpool are also keeping tabs on Chelsea's Mason Mount

Wolves' Matheus Nunes is also of interest to the Reds

They are also keeping tabs on Chelsea’s Mason Mount (left) and Wolves’ Matheus Nunes (right)

The Reds also remain interested in Mason Mount, and are said to be keeping tabs on Wolves’ Matheus Nunes.

Gvardiol, who has made 76 appearances for Leipzig since joining from Dinamo Zagbreb in 2021, could still move in the summer, with several top sides preparing a bid.

Manchester City are leading the race for his signature and are prepared to make the…

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