Liverpool Push Ahead in Pursuit of Marc Guehi as Defender Favors Anfield Move
Liverpool are closing in on another high-profile addition, with talks progressing over a deal for Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi. Despite already spending nearly £290 million this summer on signings such as Florian Wirtz, Hugo Ekitike, Jeremie Frimpong, and Milos Kerkez, the Reds remain active in the market as they look to rebuild following the exits of Luis Díaz, Darwin Núñez, Ben Doak, and Jarell Quansah.
According to reports, Liverpool executives are preparing to enter fresh negotiations with Palace this week, with Guehi emerging as their top defensive target. The England international, who is now in the final year of his contract at Selhurst Park, has made it clear that Liverpool is his preferred destination.
Competition Cools as Guehi Waits on Liverpool
Both Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur have attempted to lure Guehi away in recent weeks, but the defender has turned down their advances. Despite the appeal of Champions League football at Newcastle or Spurs’ growing ambitions, Guehi is holding out for a move to Anfield, where he sees both immediate opportunities and a long-term future.
With Virgil van Dijk entering the latter stages of his career, Liverpool view Guehi as a natural successor to anchor their defense under Arne Slot. Former England boss Gareth Southgate has hailed the 25-year-old as an “exceptional” centre-back, reinforcing Liverpool’s belief that he is the ideal candidate to strengthen their backline.
