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Marc Guehi is still a potential option for the Reds this summer(Image: Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Ian Wright has urged Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi to snub any further advances from Liverpool this summer to protect his chances of representing England in the 2026 World Cup.

But Palace manager Oliver Glasner is reluctant to let his Community Shield-winning captain depart as the new season begins this weekend.

The 25-year-old looks more likely to now leave on a free transfer next summer – should he not renew his contract – giving Liverpool the opportunity to wait and sign him without having to pay a fee.



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Liverpool currently have a few options at centre-back, including Virgil van Dijk, Joe Gomez and Ibrahima Konate.

A medical has been scheduled, potentially putting an end to any late summer move for Guehi – much to Wright's apparent satisfaction.

Guehi remains on their radar, though, and could potentially be secured on a reduced fee before the transfer window closes or as a free agent next summer.

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Yet Premier League icon Wright believes a move this summer would be detrimental to Guehi, considering the upcoming international preparations for next year's World Cup.

Ian Wright has told the defender to avoid Liverpool(Image: YOUTUBE/TheOverlap)

Speaking on The Overlap's Stick to Football podcast, the former Arsenal striker insists the 25-year-old should remain in south London for another campaign.

Wright said: "If you look at someone like Guehi right, why would you leave now?

This is like, 'I'm going for your place, Im fighting with you for the position', and the longer he doesn't sign."

Marc Guehi is weighing up his options right now(Image: Visionhaus/Getty Images)

Regarding their pursuit of Guehi, Liverpool launched the opening bid with an offer reaching £35m – £30m upfront plus £5m in performance-related bonuses.

Leoni will join Liverpool's other major summer acquisitions, including Florian Wirtz, Jeremie Frimpong, Milos Kerkez and Hugo Ekitike as they prepare for the new season.

Giovanni Leoni will join Liverpool this summer too(Image: Ivan Romano/Getty Images)

Speaking to the media on Thursday, boss Slot remained tight-lipped regarding his views on Guehi, deflecting enquiries towards Palace rather than the centre-back's potential new destination.

Addressing both Leoni and Guehi, he said: "The clubs have agreed a deal but he hasn't signed for us yet.
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