Premier League
Liverpool has set its sights on Marc Guehi, captain of Crystal Palace, with the intention of closing his signing before the end of the summer transfer window. The objective is to reinforce the defense after conceding 6 goals in their first 3 matches.
As reported by Fabrizio Romano, the Reds are willing to invest around 30 million euros in the 25-year-old English defender, whom they consider key to strengthening a defense that needs greater solidity.
Marc Guehi, defensive priority for Liverpool
Liverpool's defense has raised doubts at the start of the season, especially with the inconsistent performance of Ibrahima Konate. Therefore, the Anfield management is looking to bolster the backline with an established center-back.
Crystal Palace negotiates his departure
Crystal Palace is aware that Guehi's contract expires in less than a year and does not want to risk losing him for free in 2026. Selhurst Park is already working on possible replacements such as Lloyd Kelly from Juventus and Jaydee Canvot from Toulouse, which opens the door to an immediate transfer.
The Eagles' stance is clear: they will only accept the sale if they secure a replacement of guarantees. However, Liverpool's interest and market pressure could accelerate an agreement in the coming days.
The team led by Arne Slot has made significant investments in this transfer window, but they believe they still need to reinforce the defense to compete on all fronts. The name of Alexander Isak is also on the table, although the club acknowledges that signing a center-back is now more urgent than a forward.
The transfer of Marc Guehi is valued at around 30 million euros, a figure that Liverpool sees as manageable considering his age, potential, and the possibility of reselling him in the future.
A necessary signing
Beyond the figure, Guehi's signing would represent an improvement in defensive reliability. His ability to lead the backline, read the game, and strength in aerial duels make him a strategic reinforcement.
English analyst Gary Neville already commented on Sky Sports that "Marc Guehi is ready for a big club, he has the personality and quality to lead any Premier League defense."
With the season just beginning and the demand to play in Europe, Liverpool knows they cannot let this opportunity slip away. All signs point to next week being crucial in determining whether Guehi finally lands at Anfield.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, El Liverpool acelera para cerra un fichaje top por 30M
