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The Crystal Palace captain has consistently been linked to Liverpool throughout this summer.

Marc Guehi is a player that the Reds appreciate a lot, and they have been working to agree on a deal for the defender for some time now.

Talks have been slow, as Crystal Palace have proved to be tough negotiators thus far, despite Guehi being out of contract with the London club next summer.

Liverpool kickstarted the new Premier League campaign on Friday, and concerns were raised that they looked weaker defensively this season, a problem that a player like Marc Guehi could certainly fix.

Adding defensive depth before the end of the current transfer window is considered a top priority for Liverpool.

Crystal Palace return to Premier League action today as they head to Stamford Bridge.

Fabrizio Romano has confirmed today that Marc Guehi is set to start the game against Chelsea, despite ongoing transfer interest from Liverpool.

The post reads:

“Eberechi Eze starts today and same expected to happen for Marc Guehi, clear plan by Oliver Glasner.”

“Negotiations for Eze to Tottenham remain advanced but deal not sealed yet, so Glasner wants to trust Eberechi.”

“Talks also continue for Guehi to Liverpool but also not done.”

That last line is key, as despite the recent addition of Giovanni Leoni from Parma, Liverpool are looking to strengthen their defensive depth even more with Marc Guehi.

It is believed that Marc Guehi will challenge Ibrahima Konate for a first-team spot, after the Frenchman endured a difficult evening against Bournemouth.

Marc Guehi’s decision to continue to play for Crystal Palace despite interest from another club is admirable, given the current situation surrounding Alexander Isak at Newcastle United.

The Swede has taken a completely different approach, refusing to play and going on strike as he looks for a way out to Liverpool this summer.

The Crystal Palace captain will be looking to put on a good display at Stamford Bridge in the hope that Liverpool will push forward in a deal to sign him.

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