What Marc Guehi is now planning to do after failed move to Liverpool
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Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi's planned transfer to Liverpool collapsed on deadline day despite the clubs agreeing on a £35 million fee and Guehi completing a medical with Liverpool. The deal fell through because Crystal Palace failed to secure a replacement for their club captain, forcing them to pull out at the last moment. Palace's manager Oliver Glasner reportedly threatened to leave if Guehi was sold without a proper replacement in place.
Football analyst Danny Murphy commented that Guehi will be "devastated" by the turn of events and warned that the player might not get another top-club opportunity if he suffers a serious injury prior to the January transfer window. Guehi's current contract runs until summer 2026, and Liverpool may try to sign him again in January or potentially as a free agent next summer.
The background to the collapse involved multiple complications: Liverpool initially hesitated to meet Palace’s £45 million asking price, and the two clubs only agreed on £35 million with a 10% sell-on clause late on deadline day. Guehi communicated his desire to leave Palace to manager Glasner and started the medical process, but official confirmation was delayed. Although a deal sheet was submitted to allow an extension past the 7 p.m. UK deadline, negotiations stalled.
Palace's inability to finalize a replacement was exacerbated by a failed attempt to sign Brighton defender Igor Julio. This left them unable to proceed with selling Guehi, despite the player's willingness to move and Liverpool’s interest. The botched transfer is notable given Guehi’s high standing as one of England’s top young center backs and Liverpool's active transfer window, including the signing of Alexander Isak.
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