Liverpool are in ongoing negotiations with Crystal Palace regarding the transfer of defender Marc Guehi, with talks expected to intensify before the September 1 transfer deadline. The Merseyside club recognizes an urgent need to strengthen their defense, especially after the recent departure of Jarell Quansah and with only Virgil van Dijk, Ibrahima Konate, and Joe Gomez remaining as senior central defenders. In response, Liverpool has already signed young centre-back Giovanni Leoni from Parma, but Guehi remains a priority target to bolster their backline.

According to reports by Fabrizio Romano and coverage from Empire of the Kop dated August 17, 2025, Liverpool's interest in the England international Guehi has been longstanding. Negotiations with Crystal Palace are ongoing but not finalized, with a current difference of approximately £5-10 million between the clubs’ valuations. Despite this gap, confidence remains high that an agreement will be reached shortly and an official announcement is expected soon.

Crystal Palace are also involved in talks concerning the future of Eberechi Eze, who may transfer to Tottenham, a deal Liverpool manager Oliver Glasner is monitoring closely, emphasizing trust in his plans for both players.

The context of this negotiation is especially significant due to Liverpool's loss of Champions League football for the 2025/26 season, which reduces the financial incentives they can offer compared to previous campaigns. Nevertheless, manager Glasner is determined to strengthen the squad defensively to improve the team's prospects for the Premier League season ahead.

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Marc Guehi's potential arrival is seen as a key piece in Liverpool's rebuilding strategy ahead of the new season, aiming to address weaknesses exposed in previous matches, including susceptibility to counterattacks. The defensive reinforcement aligns with Liverpool's tactical adjustments following player changes and results from recent preseason competitions such as the Community Shield against Crystal Palace.


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