Liverpool have fired the starting pistol on their summer rebuild, with a colossal £55 million offer for Crystal Palace and England defender Marc Guehi.
The audacious move, which has been submitted to the South London club, signals new manager Arne Slot's intent to make a statement signing at the heart of his defence. The Reds are desperate to bolster their backline and see the 23-year-old as the perfect long-term solution.
Palace's Stance on Their Prized Asset
Crystal Palace are now under significant pressure as their star man enters the final two years of his contract. The club's hierarchy values Guehi extremely highly, a sentiment reinforced by his stellar performances for Gareth Southgate's England.
However, the substantial £55m offer from a Premier League giant will test their resolve. Palace are notoriously tough negotiators but may find it difficult to turn down such a significant fee for a player they signed for just £18m in 2021.
Why Guehi is Liverpool's Top Target
Guehi has emerged as one of the most complete centre-backs in the top flight. His composure on the ball, reading of the game, and leadership qualities have made him a standout performer at Selhurst Park.
For Liverpool, he represents a player who can slot seamlessly into their system—comfortable in possession and defensively robust. Securing his signature would be a major coup for Slot as he looks to put his own stamp on the squad he inherited from Jurgen Klopp.
The coming days are crucial, with Liverpool eager to accelerate talks and get this deal over the line ahead of their pre-season preparations.
