Liverpool Transfer News LIVE: Guehi to Man City? Plus Arne Slot Press Conference

Manchester City lead chase for Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi, with Liverpool and Arsenal also in the mix during the January transfer window. Guehi, 25, is in the final six months of his contract and has informed Palace of his intent to leave in 2026, making him available on a free transfer next summer or for a cut-price fee now[1][2][3].

City are preparing a January bid amid injuries to key defenders Ruben Dias and Josko Gvardiol, plus uncertainties over John Stones and Nathan Ake. Reports indicate talks with Palace, who seek £35-£40m, a price they nearly accepted from Liverpool last summer before the £35m deal collapsed on deadline day. Ben Jacobs notes City hope the valuation drops as the window progresses[2][3][4][5].

Liverpool remain keen, pushing for a free-agent move in summer. Guehi knows Anfield's plans from prior talks and could replace Ibrahima Konate, also entering contract expiry. Palace boss Oliver Glasner admits a high offer could see him go, but he's "not more worried than in summer"[3].

Arsenal have joined the race, with Guehi reportedly preferring them or Liverpool over City. Bayern Munich, Barcelona, Atletico Madrid, Real Madrid, and Inter Milan are monitoring, though Barcelona balked at wages[1][2][5].

ESPN's Julien Laurens calls Guehi a "no-brainer" for City, praising his space control, passing-lane closures, and tactical flexibility in back-three or four systems—skills data often misses[4]. Palace chairman demands a "very high price," leaving his January fate uncertain[3].

Elsewhere, Arne Slot's press conference looms ahead of Liverpool's next fixture, with fans eyeing defensive reinforcements. Man Utd target Carlos Baleba, Marcos Llorente, and Elliot Anderson (also City-linked), while Chelsea chase Lucas Paqueta[1][5].

Stay tuned for live updates as the window nears its close.

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