Liverpool in new transfer setback after Marc Guehi meeting as exit 'confirmed' for defender

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Previous reports have suggested that the defender was on Liverpool's radar as they go in search of a new centre-half.However, it seems the Reds will now face a tough fight to prise the 25-year-old away from Dortmund, as the German side reportedly plan to make Schlotterbeck their poster boy. It appears that the Black and Yellows have already decided against extending the 30-year-old defender's contract.

Sule's impending exit would then likely complicate any possible departure for Schlotterbeck.READ MORE: Lionel Messi 'rejected by Saudi Arabia' before signing new Inter Miami contractREAD MORE: Carlo Ancelotti threatened to resign over £88m Man Utd transfer - 'They rejected it'Sule's departure would free up some funds on Dortmund's wage bill, potentially allowing them to offer their star centre-back a new contract - thereby fending off interest from Liverpool and other clubs.This is a setback for Liverpool, who have already suffered a blow in their pursuit of top centre-back target Marc Guehi.The Crystal Palace defender was close to a move to Anfield at the end of the summer transfer window, but the Reds failed to finalise the deal.Liverpool now find themselves in a helpless position regarding their pursuit of Guehi.From January onwards, overseas clubs will be able to begin pre-contract negotiations with the Palace skipper, whilst the Reds and other English sides must wait until May when he enters his final month, unless a January fee can be agreed.Sky Sports journalist Florian Plettenberg also reports that Bayern Munich sporting director Max Eberl recently met with Guehi's representative Gordon Stipic.The German giants have entered the race for the England international's signature, though they face stiff competition from Liverpool and Real Madrid.Guehi is reportedly amongst Bayern's 'top targets' should Dayot Upamecano decide against extending his expiring contract. And that's normal."And for us, it's how we can deal with this situation? [What] is the best way to get this next step done?

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