Crystal Palace center-back Marc Guehi has attracted the attention of Europe’s top clubs ahead of the summer transfer window. Reports suggest that Manchester City has identified him as one of their primary transfer targets. The future of the 25-year-old England international is already the subject of heated discussions.
According to reports, Guehi was close to joining Liverpool last summer, but the transfer fell through for various reasons. Following that, the defender decided not to extend his contract, which is valid until June 30, 2026. This decision means Guehi might leave Crystal Palace as a free agent when his contract expires.
As reported by "The Times," Manchester City scouts have been closely monitoring Guehi's performance over the past several seasons. With Pep Guardiola’s side planning a major defensive overhaul this summer, Marc Guehi is seen as the ideal candidate for the project. A versatile, physically strong, and tactically adept defender, Guehi is undoubtedly a good fit for City’s playing style.
Currently, several questions surround Manchester City’s defensive lineup. John Stones’ contract runs until this summer, and if he regains fitness and consistency, the club might offer him a new deal. Meanwhile, Nathan Aké has started just one Premier League game this season, and Manuel Akanji is currently on loan at Inter. Both 30-year-old defenders are highly likely to part ways with the "Cityzens" in the summer.
In this context, the transfer of Marc Guehi is seen as an almost perfect solution for Pep Guardiola. Young, experienced, and with room for growth, Guehi aligns well with the club’s long-term plans. However, Crystal Palace is unwilling to wait until his contract expires. The London club is prepared to sell him as early as the winter transfer window to avoid losing him on a free transfer.
Interestingly, interest in Guehi is not limited to Manchester City. Several Premier League clubs and European teams are keeping a close eye on the defender’s situation. As the summer approaches, the transfer battle for Marc Guehi is expected to intensify even further. For fans, this creates another major storyline: whether Manchester City can secure their new defensive leader remains to be seen.
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