In the midst of Liverpool’s historic transfer window, Marc Guéhi has broken his silence — and his reasons for choosing Anfield over some of Europe’s biggest clubs have stunned fans and pundits alike.
The Crystal Palace and England centre-back, whose transfer smashed previous defensive records at Anfield, reportedly turned down offers from Bayern Munich, PSG, and even Real Madrid, but according to Guéhi, the decision was “clear” from the start.
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🗣️ Marc Guéhi’s Statement:
> “It wasn’t about money or fame. I chose Liverpool because I believe in the project, the manager, and the legacy of the club. When I spoke with Arne Slot and saw how he envisioned me in the system, I knew this was where I was meant to be.”
> “Liverpool is more than a club. It’s a movement. And I want to be part of something historic.”
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🔍 WHY GUÉHI CHOSE LIVERPOOL:
✅ Assured Starting Role: Slot views him as a central pillar in the defense alongside Van Dijk or as the future leader of the backline.
✅ Tactical Fit: Guéhi is a modern, ball-playing centre-back — ideal for Slot’s progressive, high-line philosophy.
✅ Long-Term Vision: Liverpool presented a five-year roadmap including trophies, player development, and leadership opportunities.
✅ Personal Growth: Guéhi is ambitious to cement his place in England’s XI, and believes Liverpool is the perfect platform.
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🔴 LIVERPOOL’S SUMMER TRANSFER WINDOW (So Far):
Florian Wirtz ✅
Alexander Isak ✅
Anthony Gordon ✅
Marc Guéhi ✅
Kerkez ✅
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With Arne Slot overseeing what could be the most thrilling rebuild since Klopp’s early days, and players like Guéhi committing to the project, Liverpool are not just building a team — they’re building a dynasty.
Could this be
the beginning of Liverpool’s next great era? 🏆
