UPDATE: Liverpool’s hopes of securing Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi for the upcoming January transfer window have taken a significant hit. New reports confirm that Guehi is expected to remain at Palace until the end of the season, dashing the Reds’ plans to acquire him after a deal fell through last summer.
Earlier today, BBC Sport reported that despite Liverpool’s previous £35 million agreement on deadline day last summer, Guehi will likely see out the remainder of his contract with Palace. This means that the highly sought-after England international could become a free agent, eligible to negotiate pre-contract terms with clubs outside England starting in January.
The urgency surrounding Guehi’s future stems from Liverpool’s pressing need for defensive reinforcements due to ongoing injury struggles. Notably, summer signing Giovanni Leoni has been ruled out for the entire season with a knee injury, while Joe Gomez has also faced time on the sidelines this term.
Palace’s manager, Oliver Glasner, previously indicated that Guehi is unlikely to extend his stay at Selhurst Park. In an October statement, Glasner revealed, “I think Marc has already told us that he doesn’t sign a new contract, so he will leave next year.” This comment underscores the looming departure of a player who has become a crucial figure for the Eagles.
The situation leaves Liverpool with a critical decision to make: will they intensify their efforts to secure Guehi in January, explore alternative targets, or choose not to enter the transfer market at all? With Guehi’s growing list of admirers, including several other Premier League clubs and international teams, the stakes are high for the Reds.
As fans watch the transfer saga unfold, Guehi’s potential departure adds a layer of intrigue to the January window. With just a few weeks remaining until transfer activities commence, Liverpool supporters will be eager to see if their club can navigate this setback and enhance their defensive lineup.
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