Guehi deal advances at Liverpool

Liverpool have agreed personal terms with Marc Guehi, signaling a defensive reset as Konate faces a potential exit.

Liverpool Lock in Marc Guehi to strengthen defense amid Konate links

A report by GIVEMESPORT, citing Fabrizio Romano, says Liverpool have agreed personal terms with Marc Guehi and negotiations with Crystal Palace are under way for a fee around £35 million. The move would come as Ibrahima Konate nears the end of his contract next year, with Real Madrid among those linked with a free transfer. Guehi, 25, would offer immediate leadership and a ready-made role as a central defender, complementing Virgil van Dijk. Palace reportedly value the player highly, having previously rejected a £65 million bid from Newcastle United.

Guehi has strengthened his reputation after captaining Palace to FA Cup success and impressing for England at EURO 2024. He has 23 England caps and is described as a big sales point in this summer’s market. Paralleling this, Parma youngster Giovanni Leoni has joined Liverpool, though he is not expected to be ready for first-team action for several years. If a deal for Guehi goes through, he could be the suitable long-term partner for Van Dijk should Konate depart for Real Madrid or another club.

The move signals a strategic shift for Liverpool, prioritizing a proven, home-grown English defender who can grow into a leadership role under a manager who values organization and ball-playing ability. The price tag around £35 million suggests a budget-conscious approach after last season’s spending spree, but it tests whether Liverpool will invest in a younger option at a lower immediate cost or chase a marquee defender with a higher price tag.

If Guehi arrives, Liverpool could gain defensive continuity and a player in his prime. Yet the plan carries risk: a potential clash between keeping Konate on a longer-term trajectory and committing to Guehi as a guaranteed starter. The club must balance wage structures, squad harmony, and the pressure of defending a Premier League title while navigating a crowded transfer market.

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