The transfer market could be set for a major shake-up this January as Crystal Palace brace themselves for the possible departure of defensive star Marc Guehi. The 24-year-old England international, who has established himself as one of the Premier League’s most reliable centre-backs, is once again at the center of intense transfer speculation. According to multiple reports, Palace are “likely” to lose the defender in the upcoming winter window, with European giants Liverpool and Real Madrid among the frontrunners for his signature.
Guehi has been a rock at the back for Palace since joining from Chelsea in 2021, making over 100 appearances and earning a regular spot in Gareth Southgate’s England squad. His composure on the ball, aerial dominance, and ability to marshal the defensive line have made him one of the most sought-after defenders in Europe. While Palace have been eager to tie him down to a new long-term contract, the lure of Champions League football and competing for major trophies could prove too strong to resist.
Liverpool, who are in the process of reshaping their backline, see Guehi as a natural successor to Joel Matip and a long-term partner for Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konaté. His Premier League experience and proven reliability make him a top candidate for Jürgen Klopp, who has been pushing for defensive reinforcements. On the other hand, Real Madrid are monitoring Guehi as part of their wider strategy to secure
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