Liverpool with ANOTHER Big-Money Swoop?!

Reds Favourites to Sign Crystal Palace Star Marc Guehi Amid Wild Summer Spending Spree

If there’s one thing Liverpool fans have learned to expect from their club in recent transfer windows, it’s that a “quiet summer” is rarely in the vocabulary. And in a year when the Reds have already splashed serious cash to strengthen their squad, the rumour mill has gone into overdrive yet again — this time linking them with Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi.

The 25-year-old centre-back has been a rock at the heart of Palace’s defence, a leader on and off the pitch, and a fan favourite at Selhurst Park. But with only one year left on his contract, the clock is ticking. Palace face a huge decision: cash in now, or risk losing their skipper for free next summer.

What’s Happened So Far?

Liverpool have been linked to Guehi before, but this summer the interest feels different. Reports suggest the Anfield club have already seen two bids rejected, and with Joe Gomez nursing an Achilles injury and Jarell Quansah making a high-profile move to Bayer Leverkusen, the Reds suddenly find themselves looking a little thin at centre-half.

While Liverpool have defensive options — Virgil van Dijk remains a commanding presence and Ibrahima Konaté is still developing into a top-tier partner — the lack of depth is worrying. Klopp’s side (or more accurately, Slot’s side now) will compete on multiple fronts this season, and with a demanding fixture schedule, the need for reinforcements at the back is urgent. Guehi’s mix of Premier League experience, leadership qualities, and age profile makes him an obvious target.

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The Bigger Picture in the Transfer Race

According to The Telegraph, Liverpool are currently in the “box seat” for Guehi’s signature. Interestingly, his former club Chelsea, who under normal circumstances might be expected to make a move for a former academy graduate, seem to be looking elsewhere for defensive reinforcements — despite Levi Colwill’s ACL injury ruling the youngster out for the season.

Chelsea have already snapped up Jurrell Hato, the highly rated Dutch prospect, signalling that they might be focusing on long-term development rather than immediate, Premier League-proven options like Guehi.

Elsewhere, Newcastle United, who were close to signing Guehi last summer in a deal reportedly worth £70 million ($94m), are now prioritising attacking signings as they navigate the ongoing Alexander Isak transfer saga. That leaves Liverpool with a clearer path — assuming Palace are ready to talk business.

Why Guehi’s Value is Dropping — and Rising

It’s a strange paradox in football transfers: a player’s on-field value can be going up, while their transfer market value heads in the opposite direction.

On one hand, Guehi’s performances have been consistently strong. He’s grown into one of the Premier League’s most dependable defenders, and as Palace captain, he led the club to their first-ever major piece of silverware — a moment that guarantees him a place in club folklore.

On the other hand, his refusal so far to sign a new deal in south London means Palace’s negotiating position weakens with every passing week. Last summer, Newcastle reportedly valued him at around £65m ($87m). Now, with just a year left on his contract, it’s almost inevitable that any buying club will expect a significant discount.

Liverpool’s Summer Spending Spree

If Guehi were to arrive at Anfield, he’d be the latest addition in what’s already been a wild summer of spending for Liverpool. The club’s recruitment has been assertive, addressing key areas in midfield and attack — and now, with the season just around the corner, shoring up the defence is the final piece of the puzzle.

There’s also the bigger strategic picture. Virgil van Dijk is still a world-class defender, but he’s now in his thirties, and the club will need to start planning for the next defensive leader. Guehi, at 25, is entering his prime and could slot in as the long-term successor to the Dutchman’s throne at the heart of Liverpool’s defence.

The Wembley Sub-Plot

Fate, or football’s mischievous sense of timing, has served up an intriguing twist: Liverpool and Crystal Palace face each other this Sunday in the Community Shield at Wembley.

Normally, the season curtain-raiser isn’t exactly a high-drama affair — often treated as little more than a glorified friendly. But this year, there’s an extra layer of intrigue. Guehi could be lining up in Palace colours, potentially marking the very forwards he might soon be training alongside at Melwood.

For Liverpool fans, it’s a chance to get a live scouting report. For Palace fans, it’s a bittersweet reminder that their captain’s future hangs in the balance.

Guehi’s Stance

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To his credit, Guehi has not publicly agitated for a move. There have been no explosive interviews, no skipped training sessions, and no sudden social media unfollows. By all accounts, he remains fully committed to Palace’s cause — at least for as long as he’s wearing the armband.

That professionalism will no doubt appeal to Liverpool, who value mentality as much as ability when identifying new signings. But it also means Palace could gamble on keeping him for another season, even if it risks losing him on a free in 2026.

Why Liverpool Makes Sense for Guehi

From a footballing perspective, Liverpool offers Guehi several attractive incentives:

• Champions League football (or at the very least, European competition)

• A chance to compete for major trophies every season

• Working under an ambitious project with elite facilities

• Learning from one of the best in the business in Virgil van Dijk

In many ways, it would be a step up both in profile and competitive challenge — exactly the kind of move a player in his prime should be aiming for.

Palace’s Dilemma

For Palace, the situation is as much about principle as it is about money. Losing their captain would be a major blow to morale, especially after the club’s historic trophy win. At the same time, the business reality is stark: they could sell now for £40-50m, or watch him walk away for nothing next summer.

Chairman Steve Parish and manager Oliver Glasner will have to weigh up the competitive benefit of keeping Guehi for one more campaign against the financial hit of letting him go for free.

What Happens Next?

The clock is ticking. The summer window closes in a matter of weeks, and the Community Shield could serve as the unofficial “deadline” for Liverpool to make their move. If Guehi plays — and plays well — against the Reds, expect the calls from Merseyside to get louder.

Whether this deal happens or not, one thing’s certain: Guehi’s future will be one of the defining transfer storylines of the final stretch of the summer market.

Final Word

Liverpool with another big-money swoop? At this point, it would almost feel stranger if they didn’t pull one off. Marc Guehi ticks every box for the Reds: leadership, Premier League experience, and the right age profile.

For Palace, the decision is a painful one, balancing short-term ambition against long-term planning. For Guehi, it’s a career-defining choice between staying loyal to the club that made him captain and seizing a golden opportunity to play at the very top.

And for the rest of us? Well, we’ve got a Wembley clash this weekend that could be more than just the first trophy of the season — it could be the first act in one of the summer’s most intriguing transfer sagas.