Liverpool’s Guehi Deal Collapses as Premier League Rival Races to Seal Signing
The transfer window has once again delivered its trademark drama, with Fabrizio Romano setting the football world buzzing after a fresh revelation involving Marc Guehi. Just hours after Liverpool’s highly anticipated pursuit of the Crystal Palace defender collapsed, another Premier League giant has jumped into the race, determined to secure his signature.
Liverpool had been locked in serious discussions with Palace, seeing Guehi as the ideal long-term defensive partner for Virgil van Dijk. Klopp and his recruitment team were confident of wrapping up the move, but negotiations fell apart late on. Palace held firm on their £65 million valuation, while Liverpool refused to stretch beyond £55 million plus add-ons. What seemed like a near-certain deal quickly crumbled, leaving supporters disillusioned and questioning the club’s ambition in the market.
Romano’s update suggests that Liverpool’s failure has created the perfect opening for another top-flight contender to step in. While he hasn’t named the club outright, speculation is swirling around Chelsea, Manchester United, and Tottenham. Chelsea, Guehi’s boyhood club, still hold a buy-back clause and urgently need cover following Levi Colwill’s injury. United are seeking defensive reinforcements amid uncertainty surrounding Harry Maguire, while Spurs remain in search of depth at the back under Ange Postecoglou. Whichever side it is, the consensus is clear: Guehi’s days at Selhurst Park are numbered.
At only 24, Guehi has already established himself among the most reliable defenders in England. He has made more than 70 Premier League appearances, boasts impressive passing numbers, and has captained Palace despite his youth. His composure, aerial ability, and leadership have also earned him a regular place in Gareth Southgate’s England squad, with many tipping him as a future Three Lions captain.
The collapse of Liverpool’s pursuit has not gone down well with fans. Social media was flooded with anger, with many accusing the club’s hierarchy of being too cautious with money and potentially gifting a rival one of the league’s brightest defensive talents. Palace fans, on the other hand, mocked Liverpool’s failed bid and are bracing themselves to watch their star defender depart for a bigger stage.
Now the question is not whether Guehi will leave Palace, but which crest he will pose with when the announcement finally comes. Romano has promised further clarity soon, and given his track record, a trademark “Here we go” feels imminent. For Liverpool, it’s another painful reminder of missed opportunities. For the mystery club, it could prove to be one of the most decisive signings of the summer.
