Liverpool have ramped up their pursuit of Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi, with fresh reports indicating the England international is eager to make the move.
The Reds have enjoyed a busy summer transfer window, securing six new arrivals as they back manager Arne Slot following his triumphant first season, which saw them clinch the Premier League title. Liverpool could still launch another attempt to sign Newcastle’s Alexander Isak after their initial one hundred and ten million pounds bid was turned down earlier this month.
Meanwhile, Parma centre-back Giovanni Leoni is set for a medical on Merseyside on Thursday, adding further depth to their defensive options.
Guehi, who captained Palace in their recent Community Shield victory over Liverpool, has emerged as a key target. The Reds hold strong interest in the 24-year-old, who is reportedly keen on the move.
Slot addressed the speculation during a press conference on Thursday, saying: “The clubs have agreed a deal but he hasn’t signed. The moment he signs I can go into more detail.”
On Guehi, he added: “The other one is the same answer I always give. Can I talk more? No, he is not our player, unfortunately he was the captain of the team we lost against. If you want to talk about him, go to Glasner and Palace and ask them.”
Recent updates from trusted sources reveal positive momentum in the talks. Liverpool have held discussions with Palace over Guehi’s transfer, and the clubs are confident a deal can be struck despite chairman Steve Parish’s reputation for driving a hard bargain.
Palace are aware that Guehi is enthusiastic about joining Liverpool, with negotiations continuing to bridge any gaps.
The Reds have far from abandoned their efforts, as talks persist to find a compromise.
Earlier reports from Indykaila on X highlighted a potential hitch, claiming a fee had been agreed before a minor U-turn from Palace overnight, leaving a five million pounds gap in add-ons that was expected to be resolved soon.
Indykaila also noted Real Madrid’s interest in Liverpool’s Ibrahima Konate once the Guehi deal progresses. The account, previously credited by David Ornstein for breaking Manchester United’s interest in Brighton’s Carlos Baleba, emphasized transparency with followers.
Palace chairman Parish has acknowledged the possibility of Guehi departing this summer if no new contract is secured. He said: “We’d have to do that, of course. For players of that calibre to leave on a free, it’s a problem for us unfortunately. Joachim Andersen went to Fulham last summer and we couldn’t afford to lose both.
“We then had another bid for Guehi in January but that was a different situation. We’ll just have to see what happens. But, you know, it needs a new contract or a conclusion of some kind.”
With the transfer window drawing to a close, Liverpool’s determination could see Guehi bolstering their backline, potentially paving the way for further defensive reshuffles at Anfield.
