Report: Player has decided to join Real Madrid if Liverpool don’t sign him
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Marc Guehi, Crystal Palace's highly-rated central defender, has decided to prioritize a move to Real Madrid over other interested clubs such as Liverpool, Barcelona, and Bayern Munich. Despite Liverpool agreeing on a £35 million deal with Palace and Guehi even undergoing a medical, the transfer collapsed at the last minute as Palace blocked the move due to the inability to find a replacement. As a result, Guehi is set to remain at Palace at least until the January transfer window.
Real Madrid have been actively in contact with Guehi's camp, signaling their intention to make an offer for the player in the next summer transfer window. The 25-year-old defender’s contract with Crystal Palace runs until 2026, enabling him to negotiate a pre-contract agreement with foreign clubs starting January 1. Sources report that Guehi has expressed a preference for joining Real Madrid, which is seen as a significant boost for the Spanish giants in their defensive recruitment plans.
Liverpool still remain interested in Guehi, but Real Madrid's entry and Guehi's own inclination may tilt the scales in favor of the La Liga club. The decision aligns with Real Madrid’s strategic focus on acquiring promising defenders either via free transfers or limited January spending. The potential move would occur alongside other defensive negotiations, including the possible arrival of Ibrahima Konate, who Liverpool might lose without a contract renewal.
In summary, while Liverpool and Barcelona have shown interest, Marc Guehi’s preference for Real Madrid positions the Spanish club as the frontrunner to secure the Crystal Palace defender’s services in the near future.
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