By Ric Turner, Mon 19 January 2026 16:43
City sign Marc Guehi for £20m from Crystal PalaceEngland international becomes Blues' second signing of the January transfer window
Marc Guehi has joined City in a £20m deal from Crystal Palace. The 25-year-old defender has signed a five-and-a-hal year contract that will see him remain at The Etihad until 2031.
Guehi was highly sought after as he was set to become a free agent in the summer, but the Blues swooped to make the England international their second signing of the January window.
He made 188 appearances for the Eagles, scoring 11 times.
“I am really happy and incredibly proud to be a Manchester City player," said Guehi.
“This move feels like the culmination of all the hard work I have put into my career. I am now at the best club in England and part of an unbelievable squad of players. It feels good to be able to say that.
“I want to grow as a player and a person, and I know at this club that’s going to happen.
“I love football – it has given me so much for so long – and to be able to continue my development at Manchester City is a really special moment for me and my family.
“I absolutely cannot wait to get started now. I want to meet my teammates, train hard, understand what the manager expects of me and then show the City fans what I can do.”
City Director of Football Hugo Viana added: “It is clear Marc has been one of the best defenders in English football for quite some time now, so we are absolutely delighted to bring him to Manchester City.
“I feel we have signed a huge talent who will help us improve. He is only 25, but he has shown already he is a leader, a brilliant professional and someone desperate to improve.
“He is strong, has exceptional defensive qualities, is an intelligent reader of the game, and brings passion and energy every time he steps onto the pitch.
“I am so pleased it was us he chose to join.
“Marc is entering the prime years of his career. I am sure every City fan is excited to see how good he can be in a sky blue shirt.”
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