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Liverpool may be on the verge of making another statement signing, as discussions intensify over a move for Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi. Despite already spending close to \u00a3290m this summer on the likes of Florian Wirtz, Hugo Ekitike, Jeremie Frimpong and Milos Kerkez, the Reds remain active in the transfer market following the departures of Luis D\u00edaz, Darwin N\u00fa\u00f1ez, Ben Doak and Jarell Quansah.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to multiple reports, Liverpool officials are set to hold fresh talks with Palace this week, with Guehi firmly at the top of their defensive shortlist. The England international, who is entering the final year of his contract at Selhurst Park, has made it clear that Anfield is his preferred destination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Competition Fades as Guehi Chooses Liverpool<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Both Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur have tried to lure Guehi away from Palace, tabling approaches in recent weeks. But despite the attraction of Champions League football with Newcastle or Spurs\u2019 ambitious project, Guehi has reportedly turned down their advances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Instead, the 25-year-old is waiting on Liverpool, believing they can provide him both immediate opportunities and a long-term role as Virgil van Dijk edges towards the latter stages of his career. Former England boss Gareth Southgate has described Guehi as an \u201cexceptional\u201d defender, and Liverpool see him as a natural fit to strengthen their backline under Arne Slot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Palace\u2019s Dilemma: Sell or Risk Losing for Free<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Crystal Palace face a crucial decision. Guehi has shown no signs of renewing his contract, which expires in 2026, leaving the club with the choice of cashing in now or risking losing a valuable asset for free in two years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reports suggest Liverpool <\/a>are prepared to offer around \u00a335m, though Palace are believed to be holding out for closer to \u00a345m. Chairman Steve Parish will ultimately decide whether it\u2019s better to take the money this summer or keep their captain for at least another season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meanwhile, Palace are reportedly tracking Rennes defender J\u00e9r\u00e9my Jacquet as a potential replacement, which could ease the blow of losing Guehi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Liverpool\u2019s Transfer Strategy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Liverpool\u2019s recruitment team, led by Richard Hughes, is expected to continue pushing for the deal in the coming days. The Reds\u2019 interest in Guehi comes alongside ongoing monitoring of Newcastle striker Alexander Isak, though the Swede\u2019s situation remains complicated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For now, Guehi remains the realistic defensive target. If Liverpool can find a breakthrough in negotiations before the 1 September deadline, they could secure one of the Premier League\u2019s most consistent defenders and further bolster a squad already reshaped by record spending.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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