Crystal Palace’s captain, Marc Guehi, is up for sale, and Liverpool is ready to pounce, if the price is right. The 23-year-old defender’s future hangs in the balance as Palace seeks to avoid losing him for free next year.
Guehi’s contract expires in 2026, prompting Palace to invite bids, with Liverpool emerging as a prime contender. The club’s preference for a sale stems from Guehi’s refusal to sign a new deal, a move that could see him depart Selhurst Park for Anfield. “Crystal Palace have told Guehi in the last 48 hours that their preference is for a sale,” adding a layer of urgency to the transfer saga.
The backdrop to this development is possibly Palace’s recent ownership shake-up, with John Textor’s stake dropping below 30%. This shift might make the club more amenable to selling key assets like Guehi, especially as they navigate financial pressures.
Liverpool’s interest is part of a broader strategy to bolster their defense, with other targets like Ajax’s Jorrel Hato also in the mix, but Guehi’s Premier League pedigree makes him a prime candidate.
The stakes are high for Guehi, who aims for regular playing time to secure a spot in England’s World Cup squad. At Liverpool, he would face competition from Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konate, a challenge that could either hinder or hone his ambitions.
