Sources: Liverpool's response to Bayern Munich's interest in target revealed

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(Credit: Imago) Fri 10 October 2025 11:53, UK Marc Guehi’s long-term future has been a major talking point since his move from Crystal Palace to Liverpool collapsed in the transfer window’s closing stages.Guehi underwent a medical with Liverpool on deadline day before Palace pulled the plug on the deal, opening the door for him to leave on a free transfer next summer.However, Liverpool are expected to face difficulties getting a deal over the line after the likes of Real Madrid, Man City and Barcelona joined the race.More recently, Bayern Munich have been tipped as his eventual destination, with the German giants extremely keen to poach him away from their European rivals.That move would also see Guehi link up with former Palace teammate Michael Olise and fellow England star Harry Kane, both of whom have been successful in Munich.Credit: ImagoLiverpool optimistic of beating Bayern Munich to Marc GuehiFootball Insider revealed on 14 September that Liverpool are confident they will beat rivals to Guehi as he remains their top target ahead of next summer’s transfer window.As I revealed on the latest edition of Football Insider’s Inside Track podcast, Arne Slot’s side will not be deterred in their pursuit and are still optimistic that they can get a deal done. MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES While a number of European giants “would love” to sign the England defender, the Reds still feel they can beat them to the punch.Speaking on the Inside Track podcast, I explained: “Yeah, I’m sure Liverpool will still be pretty optimistic that they can get a deal done for Marc Guehi.“Due to his contract situation and likely being available on a free, it’s going to bring Europe’s big guns to the table to try and sign him.“Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, Barcelona, all keeping tabs on his situation and would love the opportunity to sign a top-class England international on a free transfer.“Liverpool were obviously on the verge of signing him before the move collapsed, and we know their need for a new centre-back is quite high as well.Credit: Imago“Liverpool are still fully in this race for Guehi, but the player is in the box seat right now and that’s why he’s so relaxed about his situation.“He will have lots of options to weigh up in January with pre-contract offers.“It’s an open race for Guehi and it’ll be a pretty intense race as well because you don’t often get those opportunities to sign a top class England international on a free transfer.“Guehi has quickly become one of the most sought-after defenders in Europe, while the Crystal Palace captain is tipped to be an England star at the World Cup.England and Thomas Tuchel pleased by Guhei displaysGuehi’s performances both for Crystal Palace and for England in spite of the speculation surrounding him have earned him further praise in recent weeks.The centre-back starred in England’s 3-0 win against Wales as he picked up two assists, firstly for Morgan Rogers’ opening goal and then for Ollie Watkins.His ability going forward and composure in possession as well as his dependability at the back was highlighted once again as Stephen Warnock labelled Guehi “wonderful”.Credit: ImagoA move to Anfield continues to be hotly tipped, and feels most likely as things stand despite the growing interest from elite clubs across Europe.Meanwhile, Palace could agree to sell Guehi in January, which could ease the pressure on the Reds in the battle to land him on a free transfer.For more Liverpool news, follow us on Facebook or join our brand new WhatsApp Channel for instant updates to be sent straight to your phone.