Liverpool can sign three players after Marc Guehi performs transfer U-turn
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Liverpool will face a battle to sign Marc Guehi on a free transfer (Image: GETTY)
Liverpool's failure to secure the signature of Marc Guehi on transfer deadline day could prove a costly mistake.
It left Liverpool without their desired final signing of a busy summer and in a precarious position.
It has been reported that despite the 25-year-old's initial desire to join the English champions, he is now considering a change of stance and 'has his heart set' on a free transfer to Spanish heavyweights Real Madrid instead.
They have been linked with Barcelona's Ronald Araujo and Tottenham's Micky van de Ven, but acquiring either would likely require a hefty fee.
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With this in mind, here are three potential alternatives who could be available on a free transfer....
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The move would echo James Milner's switch to Anfield in 2015.
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Eric Garcia could be one of several options for the Reds to consider (Image: Getty Images)Eric Garcia
Eric Garcia represents another proven champion, boasting one Premier League triumph with City and two La Liga titles with Barcelona.
However, this opportunity may not materialise for Liverpool as Garcia has already indicated renewal discussions are underway with his current club.
"Everything will be discussed soon," he told Spanish media in a September interview.
"We've started talking about a renewal.
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