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Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi is at the center of ongoing transfer discussions, with Liverpool showing strong interest in signing the 25-year-old England international defender. Guehi, whose contract with Palace runs until 2026, has yet to agree to a contract extension, placing Palace in a difficult position regarding his future.

Palace chairman Steve Parish has indicated a willingness to sell Guehi this summer, reportedly accepting an offer around £40 million. However, Liverpool are currently reluctant to exceed £30 million, creating a gap in negotiations. Despite this, talks between the two clubs and with Guehi himself are underway, with Parish actively encouraging the defender toward a move to Anfield before the transfer window closes.

Liverpool's interest is driven by recent defensive departures and injuries, notably Jarell Quansah’s transfer to Bayer Leverkusen and Joe Gomez's ongoing recovery. With limited senior center-back options, Guehi is attractive due to his Premier League experience and leadership qualities. Palace, aware of the difficulty in replacing him, are reportedly looking at potential replacements that could facilitate Guehi’s departure.

Meanwhile, Palace head coach Oliver Glasner expressed frustration over the club's transfer inactivity and the challenge of losing a key player without adequate cover. The situation is complicated by Arsenal's recent acquisition of Palace winger Eberechi Eze, which has thinned Palace’s squad depth and increased the challenge of letting Guehi go.

Chairman Parish has suggested that if Guehi does not commit to a new contract, Palace may have to consider selling, emphasizing the financial necessity due to compliance with club rules, while also acknowledging the difficulty of losing such a player on a free transfer next summer.

Negotiations remain active, with Liverpool hopeful of securing Guehi before the window shuts, possibly influenced by a deal involving other players and potential replacements at Palace. The final outcome will depend on bridging the financial gap and Palace’s ability to reinforce their defense adequately.

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