BOMBSHELL: Marc Guehi gives priority to Real Madrid as next destination

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Marc Guehi has become one of the most sought-after defenders in European football. His contract with Crystal Palace expires in 2026, and as of January 1, he will have the possibility to freely negotiate with any club interested in his services.

Although there are rumors in England linking him with both Barcelona and Real Madrid, the truth is that the player has already communicated to his circle what his priority is: if Liverpool fails to fit him into their project as a replacement for Konaté, his preference would be to wear white and land at the Santiago Bernabéu.

The situation is delicate because Liverpool, despite seeing Guehi as an interesting option, has no plans to part ways with Konaté in winter. The French center-back remains essential for Arne Slot, and his continuity is seen as strategic. If the Frenchman ultimately renews, the way for Guehi to Madrid would be clear. This personal inclination of the Englishman towards Real Madrid has already reached the ears of Juni Calafat, a key figure in the Merengues' sports planning, who will need to assess whether it is a viable move for the next transfer window.

Marc Guehi, a center-back the Real Madrid needs

In Chamartín, the Real Madrid defense is a sensitive issue. Xabi Alonso and the sports management know there is stability, but they also consider the medium-term. Antonio Rüdiger and David Alaba will see their contracts expire in 2026, and the future of the Austrian raises more doubts due to his lack of continuity and the injuries that have affected him in recent years. In this scenario, the arrival of a young and promising center-back like Guehi seems strategic, as reported by DefensaCentral.

However, the White's priority remains Konaté, a profile that perfectly fits the team's needs. The issue is that Liverpool is being inflexible: they refused to sell him in the summer and also seem unwilling to negotiate in January. The transfer fee would be high, even at the risk of losing him months later at a low cost. Real Madrid is not willing to engage in financially inflated operations.

The club prefers to remain calm. The future investment is represented by players like Rafa Marín, on loan at Alavés, or the youth products Joan Martínez and Diego Aguado, who are already being closely monitored by the coaching staff. There is also the option of recalling Jacobo Ramón, excelling at Como and could be a medium-term solution from the academy.

Nevertheless, market opportunities cannot be missed. This is where Guehi's figure gains strength. His youth, leadership in defense, and experience in the Premier League make him an attractive target. Furthermore, his desire to join Real Madrid rather than Barcelona is a factor tipping the scales in his favor.

Barcelona is also in search of a reliable center-back. The age of Íñigo Martínez and the inconsistencies of other defenders lead to considerations for reinforcements in the upcoming season. However, in this case, Guehi seems to have made a choice, and unless there's a surprise, the Blaugrana club does not appear as the favorite.

The Englishman's future will be influenced by Konaté's decision and Real Madrid's transfer policy. If Liverpool remains firm with the Frenchman, Guehi could become one of the major additions for the Whites in 2025. Time will tell if the Madrid defense finds in him the piece that ensures long-term security and continuity.

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