Rumours around Marc Guehi’s future have once again caught fire, but how realistic is a January switch to Anfield? Here’s the latest twist in a saga that refuses to die down.
Just a few months ago, Liverpool were edging closer to landing the Crystal Palace skipper before the deal collapsed dramatically on deadline day. Since then, whispers of a renewed push have refused to go away—especially with the defender heading into the final stretch of his contract.
🔍 Fresh Update Casts Doubt on January Deal
A new report suggests Liverpool may have to wait a little longer if they want to bring Guehi to Merseyside. According to recent claims, a winter deal is far from straightforward. With his contract expiring at the end of the season, negotiations are expected to be complicated, and Palace are in no hurry to let their captain leave early.
From a financial standpoint, waiting until the summer could benefit both Liverpool and the player. As a free agent, Guehi would be in a stronger position to secure a better contract, and staying put gives him continuity ahead of next year’s World Cup.
⚠️ But Can Liverpool Afford to Wait?
Arne Slot is already working with a thin defensive line after Giovanni Leoni’s season-ending injury. Van Dijk and Konaté remain the only experienced centre-backs available—and the team has already conceded 20 league goals far earlier than expected.
If Liverpool hesitate, another club could swoop in during January with an offer tempting enough for Palace to consider. With no contract renewal in sight, the London club may feel pressure to make a decision.
📊 Guehi vs. Van Dijk vs. Konaté — Who’s Delivering This Season?
Here’s how the Palace captain stacks up statistically so far:
Metric Guehi Van Dijk Konaté
Pass completion 85.8% 90.3% 89.4%
Tackles won 15 5 11
Tackle success 69.2% 75% 68.8%
Tackles + interceptions 37 21 25
Errors leading to shots 1 1 3
Recoveries 43 29 34
Aerial duel success 66.7% 77.6% 75%
Defensively, Guehi has been one of the most consistent performers, especially in duels, recoveries, and reading danger—qualities Liverpool desperately need right now.
🧩 Final Verdict
January won’t be simple. Crystal Palace are reluctant, the financial side is tricky, and the player may prefer a summer switch. But with Liverpool’s defensive line stretched thin, this is a transfer chase the club might not be able to delay for too long.
If the issues at the back continue—or if another injury hits—expect this story to heat up rapidly. 🔥👀
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