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Liverpool are currently in advanced discussions as an agent flies into the UK to hold talks regarding a potential transfer involving the club's target, Marc Guehi. The defender has attracted significant attention following stalled negotiations between Liverpool and Crystal Palace, who are demanding a transfer fee of around £45–50 million. Liverpool consider this asking price excessive and have capped their offer at £35–40 million, given Guehi’s contract situation with just one year remaining. This impasse risks the player remaining at Palace until his contract expires, after which he could move on a free transfer—an opportunity that has reportedly drawn interest from Italian club Inter Milan.

The arrival of Guehi would likely be connected to Ibrahima Konate’s future, who is reportedly in final talks regarding a transfer away from Liverpool, potentially to Chelsea. The Reds appear to be preparing for Konate's departure, seeking defensive reinforcements including Guehi and the promising Italian youngster Giovanni Leoni, who has been authorized to fly to Merseyside for medical tests and looks set to join Liverpool soon.

Liverpool's negotiations over Guehi have become a delicate balancing act, with the club resisting Palace’s demands to avoid overpaying but also facing the risk of losing out to other suitors. Insider commentary emphasizes the importance of completing this deal promptly, as failure to do so could leave Liverpool regretting a missed opportunity.

In parallel to defensive moves, Liverpool are preparing a record-breaking offer for another target, Alexander Isak from Newcastle United. They reportedly plan to increase their bid to around €160 million (£110 million previously rejected). The Swedish striker is eager to leave Newcastle for a club competing at the highest level, which Liverpool believe they can provide through their Premier League and Champions League ambitions.

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