Marc Guehi, the captain of Crystal Palace, is a player that Liverpool is interested in signing as Arne Slot’s summer will continue to be quite active.
Liverpool have increased their recruitment efforts following the Premier League title and the fulfilment of Virgil van Dijk’s assurance of a significant summer, despite the fact that only one permanent signing was made during Slot’s inaugural transfer window at the club.
Florian Wirtz will be joining Jeremie Frimpong at Anfield, and a deal for Bournemouth defender Milos Kerkez appears to be a formality.
It is widely anticipated that Liverpool will now focus on sales, as the futures of Darwin Nunez, Harvey Elliott, and Federico Chiesa, as well as defender Jarell Quansah, are uncertain.
Liverpool is anticipated to be in the market for a replacement, as the teenager, who broke into the first-team under Jurgen Klopp, has found game time limited under Slot and is on the brink of signing for Bayer Leverkusen.
In January, Palace declined proposals from Tottenham and Newcastle for the defender. However, Liverpool’s bid may be their final opportunity to secure a fee for the 24-year-old, as his current contract expires in just one year.
While discussing the FA Cup final, Guehi declined to comment on the rumours regarding his future and emphasised his dedication to the club for the remaining duration of his contract.
“I believe that the most critical aspect is to consistently provide the best possible service to this football club,” he stated.
“I strive to maintain my consistency each day.”
“I endeavour to exert myself.” Additionally, I am aware that this football organisation has provided me with numerous benefits.
“My attention is perpetually directed towards this football club, as I am still under contract there.”
“Consequently, I believe that the most significant aspect is simply performing to the best of my ability and observing the future.”
The prospective arrival of Guehi at Liverpool could further complicate the future of first-choice centre-back Ibrahima Konate.
The French defender is reportedly being sought by Real Madrid for a sensational free transfer next summer, and negotiations regarding a new contract at the club are not believed to be progressing.
Guehi’s arrival could provide Liverpool with the opportunity to capitalise on the current window, as they have already lost Trent Alexander-Arnold to the Spanish champions for a nominal fee.
It is reasonable to anticipate that Guehi will be transferred to Anfield for a sum exceeding £40 million.
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