Liverpool FC has reportedly reached an agreement to sign defender Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace, pending final clearance. The 25-year-old centre-back was permitted to complete medical checks in London before signing a long-term contract.
The transfer comes after lengthy negotiations over a fee, initially set at £35m plus a 10 percent sell-on clause. However, Palace is currently hesitant to finalize the deal due to difficulty finding a replacement. Guehi has been a standout player for Palace, notably leading the team to their first major trophy in the FA Cup final and scoring in their recent victory against Aston Villa. This potential move aligns with Liverpool’s urgency to bolster their defense after recent struggles, and it marks the club’s major addition on transfer deadline day, following a record deal for striker Alexander Isak. Palace seeks to finalize Guehi’s replacement before confirming the transfer.