Liverpool Transfer News LIVE: Guehi Update plus Burnley Reaction

Manchester City Hijack Marc Guehi Deal from Liverpool

Liverpool have missed out on Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi, with Manchester City securing a £20m transfer agreement in the January window. Fabrizio Romano confirmed the deal, noting Palace accepted City's official proposal as Guehi agreed personal terms, earning around £300,000 weekly.[1][2][3]

Last summer, Liverpool thought they'd signed Guehi for £35m on deadline day, but Palace withdrew after failing to line up a replacement. The Reds, under sporting director Richard Hughes, eyed a free transfer in summer 2026 as his contract expires, refusing to pay now despite City's lower fee proving Palace's desperation.[1][2][4][6]

City acted urgently due to injuries to Josko Gvardiol, Ruben Dias, and John Stones, deploying makeshift defenders like Max Alleyne. Palace boss Oliver Glasner confirmed Guehi is in "final stages" of his exit and won't play against Sunderland; Glasner also plans to leave at season's end.[3][5]

Liverpool's Strategy Backfires

Fans are furious with FSG's stance, prioritizing patience over a bargain £20m bid. Liverpool Echo reports Anfield chiefs see no "market opportunity" in January compared to summer. Slot and Hughes remain keen long-term, but City pounced first. Alternatives like Igor Julio were considered last window amid Ibrahima Konate's contract uncertainty.[1][4][6]

Guehi, 25, excels defensively with pace, duels, ball-playing ability, and set-piece threat (5 goals, 4 assists last two seasons). He's England's key centre-back. Interest persists from Arsenal, Bayern Munich.[3][5]

Burnley Reaction after Disappointing Draw

Post a frustrating draw, Liverpool analyze defensive lapses while eyeing squad tweaks before window closes. No new bids confirmed, but transfer saga dominates talk.[1]

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