Liverpool ‘agree fee’ for Marc Guehi transfer from Crystal Palace
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Liverpool have agreed a £35 million fee with Crystal Palace to sign their captain, Marc Guehi, in one of the final moves of the summer transfer window. The 25-year-old centre-back will be joining Liverpool after both clubs struck the deal over the weekend, with Guehi undergoing a medical ahead of the transfer's closure[2][3].
Guehi has been a key figure at Crystal Palace since joining in 2021 from Chelsea, establishing himself as a regular for both club and country, earning his first senior England cap in 2022. He played a vital role in Palace's historic FA Cup win over Manchester City last season, making his departure a significant loss for manager Oliver Glasner, who had expressed the club's intention to keep him until a suitable replacement could be found[3][1].
The transfer comes amid Liverpool’s busy summer window, which also includes the £125 million signing of Newcastle striker Alexander Isak, pushing their total summer spending close to £500 million[3]. Liverpool included a medical condition in their bid, hoping Palace would allow Guehi to complete the medical before the deadline. Despite Palace’s initial reluctance given the lack of immediate replacement options, the clubs came to an agreement to finalize the deal[1].
The Athletic further reported that the structure of the £35 million deal had been revealed, highlighting the financial details of the transfer as the window closes[4]. Overall, this transfer marks a significant reinforcement for Liverpool's defense and showcases the club’s intent to strengthen their squad ahead of the new Premier League season.
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