Liverpool Eyeing Guehi as Palace Prepares Replacement
Liverpool’s transfer strategy intensifies, with the club poised to secure Marc Guehi. Crystal Palace has reportedly agreed on a club-record deal for his replacement, signaling a significant shift in the Premier League landscape.
Guehi’s Departure Looms
Guehi has allegedly informed Crystal Palace he won’t be signing a new contract. Liverpool is keen to acquire the England defender. Their recruitment team seeks to bolster the squad with a top-tier center-back.
The sale of Jarell Quansah to Bayer Leverkusen has been finalized, with Liverpool retaining a buy-back clause. Arne Slot, Liverpool’s manager, aims to integrate Guehi directly into the team. The defender has only one year left on his current contract.
Ousmane Diomande of Sporting CP is the player Crystal Palace intends to sign. The two clubs have apparently agreed on a €55 million transfer fee. Diomande is excited about playing in the Premier League. He’s expected to sign a five-year contract, bringing a substantial pay rise.
Palace Prepares for Life After Guehi
With Diomande set to join, it appears Guehi’s departure is imminent. Liverpool is the most likely destination. Journalist Fabrizio Romano has indicated ongoing talks between Liverpool, Guehi’s representatives, and Crystal Palace.
“For Marc Guehi the conversations continue,”
—Fabrizio Romano
Romano also mentioned that Guehi is seeking assurances about playing time. Palace is reportedly seeking a fee between £45 million and £50 million. However, Liverpool hopes to negotiate a lower price.
The demand for top defenders is high, with the Premier League’s average defender salary increasing by 10% last year (Spotrac, 2024). This adds further urgency to Liverpool’s pursuit.
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Liverpool is also reportedly narrowing down their search for a striker. The team is also monitoring the situation with Florian Wirtz, a player who has drawn high praise.
As the transfer window progresses, the focus remains on Liverpool’s efforts to strengthen their squad. The potential arrival of Guehi could significantly impact the team’s defensive capabilities in the upcoming season.