Liverpool Eye January Move for Guehi Amid Real Madrid Interest
Liverpool are weighing up a January move for Marc Guehi as the club look to reinforce their defensive options ahead of the second half of the campaign, according to Football Talk. The Crystal Palace captain, who has entered the final year of his contract, is attracting strong interest from Real Madrid, Barcelona, and Bayern Munich — but Liverpool are preparing to move early in an attempt to get ahead of their European rivals.
Guehi’s Situation Drawing European Attention
Marc Guehi’s contract at Crystal Palace is due to expire next summer, leaving his future open to significant speculation. The 25-year-old England international was a target for Liverpool in the final stages of the summer window, with initial terms reportedly discussed before the deal broke down. Palace, under Oliver Glasner, refused to sanction the transfer after failing to secure an adequate replacement in time.
Now, with just months left before Guehi can negotiate a pre-contract agreement with clubs abroad, the situation has shifted dramatically. Real Madrid are known admirers of the former Chelsea defender and view him as a long-term successor to their ageing back line, while Barcelona and Bayern Munich are also monitoring developments closely.
Liverpool Planning to Move Early
Sources in Spain suggest Liverpool are ready to reignite their interest in Guehi when the January window opens. Their recruitment team, led by Richard Hughes and working closely with Arne Slot, see the Palace captain as an ideal fit for the club’s evolving defensive structure. The Reds are expected to test Crystal Palace’s resolve with an early bid, though much depends on whether Glasner is willing to lose a key player mid-season.
Guehi is currently valued at around ÂŁ40 million, but with just six months remaining on his contract come January, that figure may drop considerably. For Palace, the decision is now between accepting a reduced transfer fee or risking losing their captain for free in the summer.
Liverpool, mindful of their need for stability at the back and future planning, are thought to be weighing both the sporting and financial implications carefully.
Real Madrid Could Pose a Major Obstacle
Real Madrid’s long-standing admiration for Guehi is well-documented, and reports suggest the defender himself would be open to a move to Spain. Los Blancos see his pace, composure, and aerial ability as qualities suited to La Liga and are confident that their stature could sway the player’s preference should he reach free agency.
However, Liverpool’s sporting project — with Arne Slot at the helm and a renewed focus on dynamic defensive play — may offer Guehi a more immediate platform in the Premier League. With Joe Gomez and Ibrahima Konaté still alternating due to form and fitness, there’s a growing sense within Anfield that an experienced and versatile addition like Guehi could make a defining impact.
January Decision Looms for Palace
Crystal Palace’s stance will likely dictate how the saga unfolds. Glasner is believed to be reluctant to lose his captain while the club are performing strongly in both the Premier League and European competition. Yet with Guehi’s contract situation unresolved, Palace may soon be forced into a pragmatic decision.
Liverpool, meanwhile, are preparing to act decisively if the opportunity arises. While Real Madrid, Barcelona, and Bayern Munich continue to watch from afar, the Reds’ willingness to move early could prove the decisive factor in determining where Marc Guehi’s future lies.
