Liverpool to Submit Final £40m Offer for Crystal Palace Star Marc Guéhi
Liverpool are preparing a £40 million bid for Crystal Palace centre-back Marc Guéhi, according to reports from The Sun. The Reds have identified the England international as a key defensive reinforcement ahead of the 2025/26 season.
One-Year Left, But Palace Hold Firm
Guéhi, who turns 25 today, has just one year remaining on his contract, but Crystal Palace are holding out for £45 million. Despite the contract situation, the London club are not open to any player swap and insist on a cash-only deal.
Liverpool had reportedly considered including Ben Doak as part of the package, but Palace rejected the idea. Their goal is to raise funds for their own transfer targets, making a straightforward cash offer more appealing.
Guéhi Has Agreed Personal Terms
Reports suggest that Guéhi is keen on a move to Anfield and has already agreed personal terms with Liverpool. The player is eager to compete at the highest level, especially with Champions League football returning to Merseyside under Arne Slot.
Liverpool will submit only one formal offer. If Palace reject the £40m bid, they are prepared to walk away from negotiations.
Competition From Top Premier League Clubs
While Arsenal, Chelsea, and Newcastle have also shown interest in Guéhi, Liverpool appear to be the most advanced in the race. With Ibrahima Konaté’s future uncertain and Jarrell Quansah recently sold to Bayer Leverkusen for £35 million, Liverpool are prioritising defensive reinforcements.
Strategic Move to Secure Stability at the Back
With Virgil van Dijk entering the twilight of his career and Joe Gomez often deployed in multiple positions, the addition of Guéhi would inject youth and Premier League experience into Liverpool’s backline.
If the Reds land Guéhi for their proposed fee, it could be one of the shrewdest signings of the summer, especially given his performances for both Palace and the England national team.
