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Ian Wright has advised Crystal Palace's Marc Guehi to resist any further overtures from Liverpool this summer, in order to safeguard his prospects of playing for England in the 2026 World Cup.
A medical has been arranged, potentially putting the kibosh on any late summer swoop for Guehi – much to Wright's apparent delight.
Guehi remains on their radar, though, and could potentially be snapped up on a reduced fee before the transfer window shuts or as a free agent next summer.
Premier League legend Wright has expressed his belief that a summer move could be detrimental for Marc Guehi, given the upcoming international preparations for next year's World Cup.
On The Overlap's Stick to Football podcast, the former Arsenal striker insisted that Guehi should stay in south London for another season.
Wright stated: "If you look at someone like Guehi right, why would you leave now.
Will he start?".
Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher offered his perspective, suggesting that Guehi could arrive at Anfield and challenge Konate for the starting spot, given his credentials as an international performer and Palace success story.
The former Reds defender commented: "I think the fact that he [Konate] is injury prone and the fact he hasn't signed as well
Giovanni Leoni will join Liverpool this summer too
When speaking to journalists on Thursday, manager Slot kept his cards close to his chest about Guehi, redirecting questions towards Palace instead of the defender's prospective new club.
Discussing both Leoni and Guehi, he commented: "The clubs have agreed a deal but he hasn't signed for us yet
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