Exclusive: Liverpool hold transfer talks over signing of Crystal Palace star

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Liverpool are engaged in transfer talks with Crystal Palace regarding the potential signing of their captain and center-back Marc Guéhi. The Reds view Guéhi, who is 25 years old and in the final year of his contract at Selhurst Park, as a highly promising addition. Crystal Palace have reportedly valued the player at around £40 million, but Liverpool are cautious about overpaying given the contract situation. They intend to negotiate personal terms with Guéhi only if agreement with Palace on the transfer fee is reached. The England international is said to be keen on the move to Anfield, which has encouraged Liverpool to pursue the deal actively[1].

However, Liverpool face competition in signing Guéhi, with interest from several top European clubs. Notably, Bayern Munich recently held discussions with Guéhi's agent about a possible free transfer for next summer when Guéhi's contract expires. Real Madrid and Barcelona are also monitoring the situation closely and can formally approach the player starting in January, placing Liverpool at a relative disadvantage as Premier League clubs cannot engage until the summer window opens. Bayern’s talks suggest they may have a head start, particularly influenced by the uncertain future of their current defender Dayot Upamecano, who shares similar suitors[2].

Following the collapse of a deadline-day move to Liverpool, Guéhi is expected to leave Crystal Palace when his contract ends, making the upcoming transfer a potentially significant deal. Liverpool must decide whether to escalate their efforts now or compete with top European clubs in the next window, balancing the risk of losing a young, talented defender against financial prudence[1][2].