Manchester City is set to challenge Liverpool in the race, signing Mark Guech on a free transfer next summer, potentially causing a transfer fight between two heavyweights in the Premier League for the English defender. Guehi, 25, was on the verge of a £35 million switch to Liverpool on the deadline, and Crystal Palace was only going to scrap the deal in the 11th hour. Guehi is not signed and will be available for free transfers next summer, paving the way for other clubs to plummet.
This situation sparked the interest of European giants such as Real Madrid, Barcelona, Bayern Munich, Inter Milan and Juventus. However, the appeal of staying in the Premier League is strong, with Liverpool planning to rekindle their interest next summer, believing they have an advantage in Guech’s pursuit.
But now they face tough competition with Manchester City, a huge fan of elegant centre-backs. During the final transfer window, it was clear that Guehi had set his mind on joining Liverpool or running down a contract to secure a free transfer next summer. As a result, the city poses no threat to interest in the previous window of Liverpool.
However, this could change in the summer of next year. He reaffirmed his commitment to the palace this season, so there is no chance Guehi will move in January. That means he will not make a decision at his next club for a while.
Guehi’s chances of a bigger contract have increased as the club scrambled for his signature.
Chelsea also had connections with Gehi due to the admiration of Enzo Maresca, but it seems unlikely that he will return to his previous club and rise to the academy ranks.
However, there is a great deal of interest from overseas. Real Madrid is known for securing defenders on budgets and free deals like Trent Alexander Arnold.
Barcelona is also enthusiastic, with Guehi’s Ivorian Passport making him a Spanish EU player and an even more attractive outlook for the La Liga Titans.
Bayern Munich, who successfully won Harry Kane, sees Guehi as a great deal on a free transfer.
Foreign clubs will be involved with Guehi starting January 1st, securing a pre-contract contract, potentially giving them an edge over Premier League teams.
