RB Leipzig announced on Monday that it had reached an agreement with Dinamo Zagreb for the transfer of Josko Gvardiol. The German club bet on the young Croatian central player, only 18 years old, although he only went to Germany in July 2021. This season, Josko will continue to serve the Croats.

Markus Krösche, the club's sporting director, says that "we have hired one of Europe's best defensive talents."

Josko Gvardiol does not hide his happiness "for being able to take this step towards RB Leipzig. The club is among the best in Europe and has a very clear playing style. As a young player, it was important for me to come to a club that can help me. help take the next step in my career. This is exactly what RB Leipzig represents. The club has shown several times how players can develop and improve here. I am very grateful to Dinamo Zagreb for allowing me to take this next step. whatever is in my power to be as successful as possible at Dynamo until my transfer to Leipzig. "