Premier League
Liverpool has taken the first step to sign Marc Guehi by submitting an offer of 35 million pounds to Crystal Palace, as revealed by Fabrizio Romano.
The team managed by Arne Slot considers the English center-back as a key piece to reinforce the defense, especially with the need to find a successor to Virgil van Dijk, who is nearing the end of his career.
Marc Guehi, a pillar of Crystal Palace
Since arriving from Chelsea in 2021, Guehi has established himself as a reference at Crystal Palace. His ability to anticipate, win aerial duels, and lead the defense have made him one of the most consistent defenders in the Premier League.
In three seasons with the Eagles, the 25-year-old player has competed in over 100 official matches and has also gained prominence in the English national team, where Gareth Southgate has called him up on several occasions.
Liverpool's stance
Anfield's club has been monitoring Guehi for a while and sees him as a strategic addition. According to close sources, the board believes that his arrival would bring defensive solidity and long-term continuity. Following Jarell Quansah's departure, the English international has become one of the market priorities.
Slot's plan is to build a renewed defense around experienced figures like Van Dijk and young talents. In that scheme, Guehi fits perfectly.
Crystal Palace's resistance
Despite the formal proposal, Crystal Palace has not issued an immediate response. The London club stands firm on its demands, aware that Guehi is entering the final year of his contract and could leave on a free transfer in 2026.
Coach Oliver Glasner considers him a key player and does not want to lose him mid-season. However, the contractual reality forces the board to consider a sale to avoid his free departure next summer.
Close sources assure that Marc Guehi is open to the possibility of joining Liverpool if both clubs reach an agreement. The option to play at Anfield, in a team with European aspirations and a solid project, is attractive to the defender, who aims to make a competitive leap in his career.
If his arrival is confirmed, Guehi would compete for minutes alongside Van Dijk, Konaté, and Joe Gomez, aiming to establish himself as the future leader of the Reds' defense.
The move is seen as an investment planned for the medium term. With Van Dijk entering the final years of his career and the Premier League becoming increasingly demanding physically, Liverpool needs to ensure stability in its defense.
The big question now is whether the 35 million pounds offered will be enough to persuade Palace. Everything points to the coming weeks being crucial in resolving a transfer that could shape the Reds' defense in the coming years.
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