Liverpool’s interest in Marc Guehi is reportedly heating up — and while the price tag remains a talking point, there’s more to the story than meets the eye.

And it’s not just smart negotiation — it’s smart accounting.

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Here’s the catch — Chelsea, Guehi’s former club, still holds a sell-on clause from the deal that took him to Palace in 2021.

That means Chelsea gets a percentage of the base transfer fee if the player moves again.

So, what’s Liverpool’s play?

That way, Palace gets the total value they want, Guehi gets his move, and Chelsea gets less of the pie.

That will come down.”

Negotiations are progressing, with positive talks taking place between Guehi and Liverpool in recent days.

Capped 23 times by England and still just 24, he ticks every box for a club needing a steady presence at the back.

With Arsenal and Newcastle previously circling, Liverpool are now leading the race — and they’re playing it smart, both on and off the pitch.

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