Crystal Palace want Liverpool star in swap deal for Marc Guehi
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Liverpool are actively pursuing a transfer for Crystal Palace captain Marc Guéhi, with discussions intensifying as the Premier League transfer deadline approaches on September 1, 2025. The Reds have submitted a £35 million bid for the 25-year-old English defender, who is reportedly open to the move, given his contract at Palace expires next summer. However, Crystal Palace have yet to respond officially to the proposal, with their manager emphasizing the difficulty of finding an immediate replacement for Guéhi in their defense. Guéhi is seen as a crucial part of Palace's recent successes, being the captain and one of their most experienced players.
In addition to the monetary offer, Liverpool are reportedly considering a player-swap deal involving Joe Gomez to facilitate the transfer. Crystal Palace have shown interest in this approach, with sources suggesting they might accept a deal worth roughly £30 million plus a temporary loan for Gomez. Liverpool, on the other hand, are resistant to loaning Gomez and would prefer a permanent transfer should Gomez be included, reflecting their valuation of the player despite his injury struggles last season. Gomez, who joined Liverpool in 2015 and has made 15 appearances for England, played only 17 matches last term due to fitness issues.
Palace’s manager, Oliver Glasner, has publicly stated that Guéhi must remain at the club for the rest of the window due to the impossibility, at this late stage, of sourcing a suitable defensive replacement who could start consistently in the Premier League. He highlighted Guéhi’s importance to the team’s defensive stability and leadership on the field.
Overall, negotiations continue with both clubs weighing the options, as Liverpool look to bolster their defense alongside existing stars such as Virgil van Dijk, Ibrahima Konaté, Joe Gomez, and Giovanni Leoni, while Crystal Palace aim to maintain their defensive strength for their ongoing Premier League campaign.
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