Liverpool transfer news - Marc Guehi 'price drops' as Bayern Munich pull out of defender race

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Liverpool’s pursuit of Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi has taken a fresh twist as the player’s asking price is reported to have dropped, coinciding with a change in the wider market for centre-backs. With Guehi’s contract running down, Palace are said to be increasingly vulnerable to losing one of their key assets and may now accept a fee below the figure they previously demanded.

Guehi, a mainstay for both Palace and England, has long attracted interest from top Premier League clubs, including Liverpool, who are assessing defensive reinforcements. Earlier in the saga, Palace were holding out for a substantial sum, reflecting Guehi’s importance and international pedigree. However, as his deal moves closer to expiry, the leverage is shifting, putting buying clubs in a stronger negotiating position and opening the door to a more affordable transfer.

Significantly, Bayern Munich, who had been linked with a move for Guehi as part of their own defensive rebuild, have now reportedly pulled out of the race. Their withdrawal reduces competition for the player’s signature and could simplify the landscape for Liverpool and any other remaining suitors. Without Bayern’s financial muscle driving up the price, the market for Guehi appears more favourable to Premier League clubs.

For Liverpool, the situation aligns with ongoing planning around refreshing their back line, especially with concerns over depth, injuries, and succession planning in central defence. Guehi’s profile – a Premier League-proven, homegrown, ball-playing centre-back with international experience – fits their recruitment model. The combination of a reduced fee and the exit of a major European rival from the chase may encourage Liverpool to firm up their interest.

While no agreement has yet been finalised, the latest developments suggest that a transfer is now more financially viable and politically straightforward than in previous windows, placing Liverpool in a strong position should they decide to make a concrete move for Guehi.