Deal agreed – Liverpool now awaiting club’s approval to finalize the transfer, per Fabrizio Romano.

Liverpool could be close to resolving the Marc Guehi transfer saga this summer.

The Reds currently have Virgil van Dijk, Ibrahima Konate, Joe Gomez, and Giovanni Leoni as central defensive options. However, adding Crystal Palace’s Guehi would significantly boost their depth heading into the 2025/26 campaign.

While Konate and Gomez are quality defenders, both have recently struggled with injuries and inconsistent performances.

Fabrizio Romano reports that Liverpool are aiming to finalise a deal for Guehi, stating via CaughtOffside that the club is willing to pay over £30 million to secure the England international.

Crucially, Guehi is still eager to join Arne Slot’s squad before the September 1 deadline, and agreeing personal terms won’t be a stumbling block.

Now, it’s up to Crystal Palace to respond and see if a compromise can be reached, allowing the centre-back to join the reigning Premier League champions.

Why a deal makes sense for Palace

Guehi has no intention of renewing his contract, which runs until the summer of 2026. This window is likely Palace’s final chance to get a return on their asset before potentially losing him for free next year.

Club chairman Steve Parish has acknowledged that selling the defender would be in Palace’s best financial interests—especially following the departure of Eberechi Eze to Arsenal.

Manager Glasner’s stance complicates matters

Palace boss Oliver Glasner made waves during his pre-match press conference by stating Guehi “has to stay,” arguing it’s nearly impossible to find a ready-made replacement capable of starting in the Premier League right now.

This comment suggests that new signing Jaydee Canvot—touted by Ben Jacobs as a long-term successor—won’t be expected to fill Guehi’s boots immediately.

However, Glasner’s phrasing—”from my side”—hints that the final decision may rest with club executives, who may prioritize a sale to avoid losing Guehi for nothing next summer.

If Liverpool increase their offer beyond £30 million, it could be the deciding factor in getting the deal over the line.