Inside Crystal Palace's £35million Marc Guehi gamble: How defender's dream Deadline Day move to Liverpool fell through - and the truth about manager Oliver Glasner threatening to resign
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Crystal Palace's £35 million gamble on Marc Guéhi has encountered a significant challenge following the resignation of manager Oliver Glasner, who played a key role in blocking Guéhi's transfer to Liverpool. The Reds had agreed to a deal for the 25-year-old center back, but Glasner insisted the club’s captain remain, and Palace ultimately failed to secure a replacement.
Guéhi’s contract at Crystal Palace expires next summer, allowing him to negotiate a pre-contract agreement with foreign clubs starting January. Indeed, top European sides Real Madrid and Barcelona have shown interest in securing Guéhi’s services as his Liverpool move collapsed. This opens the door for a potential transfer to one of these giants without an immediate fee.
Glasner’s departure adds uncertainty to Crystal Palace’s plans and raises questions about their defensive stability, especially with Guéhi’s future unresolved. The manager had clearly prioritized holding on to the player, demonstrating the importance of his leadership and defensive capabilities.
Meanwhile, Crystal Palace and its supporters face the challenge of managing contract and transfer negotiations amid managerial changes. Guéhi remains a highly sought-after talent, and the club’s stance on his future will be critical in the coming months.
Other notable transfer news includes Galatasaray monitoring Ademola Lookman, Aston Villa’s Emiliano Martínez rejecting moves to Turkey, and continued speculation around Raheem Sterling’s future at Chelsea, but Guéhi’s situation remains a focal point given its impact on Crystal Palace's squad stability and financial strategy.
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