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Marc Guehi Liverpool transfer
David Ornstein has reportedly dropped a major update on Liverpool’s chase for Marc Guehi, but the situation is far from simple. The Reds remain interested, yet key factors could decide whether the deal happens.
Liverpool’s long chase for Marc Guehi is entering a critical phase, but the latest update from David Ornstein adds a twist that few saw coming.
Fans expecting a smooth January run will need patience, because this story has more layers than a high-pressing tactical plan. And somewhere inside it is a key question: Are Liverpool still in control of this race?
The winter window has often been quiet for the Reds, but this time, the stakes are much higher.
With defensive issues piling up and Ibrahima Konate’s future uncertain, Liverpool need clarity at the back. Guehi is on the list, but the clock — and competition — is ticking.
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Is January Liverpool’s best chance to sign Marc Guehi?
The timing is vital. Marc Guehi can speak to foreign clubs from January 1 under FIFA rules. That opens the door for teams like Barcelona and Bayern Munich, who reportedly admire him. Liverpool, meanwhile, must wait until summer unless they agree a fee with Crystal Palace now.
According to David Ornstein (via the Athletic), even that is complicated. He wrote:
“Whether the Premier League champions will try again in January remains unclear but even if they or other suitors do, any proposal would need to satisfy Palace and Guehi — which is by no means guaranteed.”
Palace and Guehi reportedly have an understanding that he will finish the season and leave as a free agent. That puts January in doubt and leaves Liverpool watching closely — but not controlling the outcome.
A Twist in the Tale: Does Liverpool Still Have an Edge?
Liverpool nearly landed Guehi last summer, with a fee of around £35m reportedly agreed. A medical was even completed. But the deal collapsed when Palace failed to secure a replacement, leaving the Reds empty-handed.
The challenge now is even bigger. Ornstein says: “Any suggestion that switching to Anfield is a formality would be wide of the mark; the situation remains open, the competition fierce.”
To make matters trickier, Guehi reportedly wants Champions League football in his next step. With Liverpool sitting 12th in the Premier League and on a poor run, that goal feels like trying to score from the halfway line — possible, but you need a miracle moment.
Does Guehi Fit What Liverpool Need?
Guehi’s numbers show why he is attracting attention across Europe. In the Premier League this season, the England defender has:
Stat Category Value
Minutes Played 990
Tackles 23
Duels Won 65
Duels Won % 66.3%
Aerial Duels Won 28
Aerial Duels Won % 66.7%
Interceptions 13
Blocked Shots 3
Fouls Committed 9
Recoveries 38
Possession Won (Final 3rd) 2
Dribbled Past 4
He is calm on the ball, strong in duels, and carries the leadership traits Liverpool value. No wonder the Reds keep knocking.
What Happens Next?
With Real Madrid backing out of a move for Konate and Liverpool still short in defense, the January window could become a juggling act. Guehi is available — but not easily.
Palace want harmony, Guehi wants options, and Liverpool need a defender who can step in straight away. Fans hoping for a quick deal may have to wait until the final whistle of the January transfer window.
What Anfield Home thinks?
Liverpool are right to keep pushing for Guehi, but the situation is complicated and full of competition. January could be a window of opportunity, yet much depends on Palace, the player’s ambition, and Liverpool’s league position.
The Reds must act smart, move early, and show a clear plan — because the race is open, and the rivals are strong.