Liverpool Confident of Securing Marc Guehi Deal on Deadline Day

Liverpool are pushing hard on transfer deadline day, with journalist Ben Jacobs reporting that the club are confident of finalising a deal for Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace. Talks have accelerated in the last 24 hours and an agreement is expected, although timing remains crucial.

“ BREAKING EXCLUSIVE: Liverpool now confident of finalising a deal for Marc Guehi. Agreement expected to happen, but it’s a race against time. Medical will take place in London should a transfer get done.” – Ben Jacobs (@JacobsBen)

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Guehi in Focus

Marc Guehi has just nine months left on his contract at Selhurst Park, which has given Liverpool fresh impetus to move. The England international is admired for his composure on the ball and his positional intelligence, attributes that align with Arne Slot’s tactical demands. Crystal Palace have been reluctant sellers, but with the clock ticking and Guehi not renewing, the opportunity is there for Liverpool to strengthen their back line.

Liverpool’s Defensive Rebuild

This summer has already brought significant changes to the Liverpool defence. Trent Alexander-Arnold, Jarell Quansah and Kostas Tsimikas departed, while Jeremie Frimpong, Giovanni Leoni and Milos Kerkez were recruited. Guehi would add leadership and stability, offering Slot a reliable presence in central defence as the club prepares to defend their Premier League crown.

Isak Deal Sets the Tone

Liverpool’s ambition was made clear earlier in the day when they secured a £125 million deal for Alexander Isak from Newcastle United. The Swedish striker will provide firepower alongside Hugo Ekitike and Mohamed Salah. That signing has already sent a message across Europe, but the potential addition of Guehi could complete what has been a transformative window for the champions.

Race Against the Clock

With the deadline looming, the deal for Guehi remains time sensitive. Liverpool have a medical team on standby in London should the agreement be struck. Slot will be eager to have the defender integrated quickly, knowing the demands of a season that includes Champions League football and the pressure of retaining domestic dominance.