Liverpool Transfer Latest: Arne Slot's Position Clear as Marc Guehi Transfer Terms Revealed

Liverpool FC faces a major setback in their pursuit of Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi, as Manchester City emerges as a serious threat to hijack the deal this January transfer window.

Arne Slot's Liverpool side is under intense pressure after a poor run of form, managing just two points from their last two Premier League matches—draws against Leeds United and Fulham—leaving them fourth in the table and 14 points behind leaders Arsenal. Critics are questioning Slot's tenure, with some calling for his dismissal amid fading title hopes.[1]

Slot had targeted Guehi last summer, with a £35 million deal agreed between Liverpool and Palace. However, the transfer collapsed on deadline day. Liverpool had planned to sign the defender on a free transfer when his contract expires at season's end, as consistently reported.[1]

Recent developments threaten those plans. Manchester City, dealing with injuries to Josko Gvardiol and Ruben Dias, have held internal talks and are preparing a £35 million bid this month to test Guehi's resolve to stay at Palace until summer. Sources confirm City's ongoing interest under Pep Guardiola.[1]

Guehi has preferred waiting until the end of his contract for better sporting and financial opportunities. But if Palace accept City's offer, Liverpool may be forced to act now to avoid losing him to a direct rival.[1]

In a press conference ahead of Arsenal vs. Liverpool, Slot emphatically responded to fierce criticism and shut down queries about Guehi, refusing to discuss the defender amid Palace setting a January sale threshold.[1][2]

This twist could prompt Liverpool to reconsider their strategy, potentially launching a counter-bid to secure Guehi's signature before City does. Fans await Slot's next move as transfer rumors intensify.[3]

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