Liverpool eye Guehi move with two secret weapons

Liverpool are linked with Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi as they weigh a summer bid aided by teammates in the England squad.

Liverpool pursue Guehi move with two secret weapons

Liverpool remain linked with Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi as they consider a potential summer move. Guehi captained Palace in the Community Shield at Wembley, while he has only one year left on his contract, keeping Palace focused on a big fee if he leaves. Chelsea have previously shown interest but are said to be targeting different targets, potentially clearing space for Liverpool. The Reds have already strengthened offensively with Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike, which could shift their shopping priorities toward a centre-back option like Guehi.

Two England teammates, Gomez and Curtis Jones, have recently been named in Three Lions squads alongside Guehi, and spending time with him in training and on away trips may give them a chance to influence him toward a move to Anfield. The Community Shield offers another opportunity for informal talks and for Liverpool to assess Guehi up close before any official bid is made.

This approach shows how clubs blend football insight with personal trust. Using Gomez and Jones to engage Guehi illustrates a manager’s faith in player networks to persuade a target without a public bidding war. It also signals a patient, relationship-driven strategy in a market where centre-backs command high fees and long contracts.

The move also depends on Palace’s priced balance. If Guehi’s price remains steep, Liverpool could keep waiting, risking crowds and timing at a crucial window. For Palace, selling now vs waiting for a better offer will shape their summer and long-term squad plans as they weigh contract talks against a potential departure.

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Time will tell if quiet conversations turn into a formal bid