Liverpool are reportedly close to reaching an agreement with Crystal Palace to sign club captain Marc Guehi, after their initial £35 million bid was rejected, with Palace holding out for closer to £40 million including add-ons. Negotiations remain active, and sources expect Guehi to move to Merseyside soon[1].
Chelsea, however, are attempting a late move to hijack Liverpool’s deal. The Blues have made contact with Crystal Palace, and their manager Enzo Maresca is said to be a strong admirer of Guehi. Chelsea might include Trevoh Chalobah as part of a potential swap, though Palace reportedly prefer a cash deal. Guehi himself is open to returning to Chelsea, having begun his career at the club[2][4][6][7].
Despite the growing transfer speculation, Marc Guehi continues to feature for Crystal Palace and recently played a key role in their 3-0 win over Aston Villa, even scoring a remarkable goal. The match performance and his professionalism highlight that he remains committed to his current club as negotiations unfold[3][5][6].
Guehi’s contract with Crystal Palace is entering its final year, which impacts his transfer value and increases the urgency for Palace to resolve his future this window. Both Liverpool and Chelsea appear keen to secure his signature before the transfer deadline[4].
References
- [1] Liverpool close in on deal for Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi
- [2] Marc Guéhi Transfer from Crystal Palace to Chelsea
- [3] Marc Guehi reflects on Crystal Palace win, transfer rumors
- [4] Chelsea contemplate late hijack of Liverpool move for Marc Guehi
- [5] Marc Guehi Liverpool transfer ‘getting closer’
- [6] Chelsea make ‘approach’ for Marc Guehi in shock attempt …
- [7] Chelsea Ready to Hijack Liverpool Deal to Sign ‘Superstar’