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Liverpool has also initiated discussions with Palace regarding a potential deal for its captain, who has just one year left on his contract at Selhurst Park.

Following the London club's Community Shield victory over Liverpool on penalties, Palace chairman Steve Parish conceded over the weekend that the club can't afford to let Guehi leave for free next summer.

The same article suggests that Guehi is willing to stay at Palace for another year if an agreement can't be reached.



It's also worth mentioning that clubs like Barcelona and Juventus are predicted to express interest next summer if he becomes available on a free transfer, which only increases the urgency for Liverpool to make its move now and sidestep future competition.

According to rumors, Guehi might prefer a move to Anfield this summer, but that could quickly change if another of Europe's powerhouses, such as Barcelona, enters the fray.

He would be the perfect addition to Slot's team this summer, as the Reds strive to hold onto their Premier League crown and make a deeper push in the Champions League.

Simply put, Liverpool can't afford to let him slip through its fingers.

A clever signing to get ahead of the curve before other top clubs start showing interest.

However, Guehi is a signing for the present and would provide Liverpool with the depth and quality needed to regularly rotate Van Dijk and Konate

If Konate is to leave, Guehi, having already spent a year in the squad, would help cushion the impact and ensure continuity.

Furthermore, with little to no competition for his signature this summer, Guehi is simply a signing Liverpool cannot afford to delay or risk losing out on entirely.