Manchester City has secured the long-term future of one of its most prized defensive assets. According to club announcements, Joško Gvardiol has signed a three-year contract extension, tying him to the English club until 2031.
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Subscribe Sekarang →The Croatian defender arrived as the most expensive defender in history back in 2023 for a ninety-million fee from Leipzig. According to football reports, that record status remains unchallenged as he cements his place at the heart of the Manchester City backline.
The recent campaign presented severe physical challenges for the star player. According to club records, a tibia fracture suffered in early January sidelined him for four months before making a remarkable return to feature for Zlatko Dalić at the World Cup.
Recognition for his stellar contributions has poured in since his arrival in England. According to official statistics, the left-footed central defender was named Cityzen of the 2024-2025 season, accumulating one hundred twenty-two appearances across all competitions in three years.
His trophy cabinet at the Etihad Stadium continues to expand impressively. According to historical match data, his honors include the European Super Cup and Club World Cup in 2023, the Premier League and Community Shield in 2024, and the English League Cup in 2026.