Liverpool Poised to Secure Marc Guehi in £35m Deal as Transfer Window Heats Up

Liverpool are on the brink of signing Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi for approximately £35 million, according to transfer insider Fabrizio Romano. The Reds have already agreed personal terms with the 25-year-old England international, who has emerged as a priority target to bolster their defensive line. Negotiations with Palace are underway, with the fee reflecting Guehi’s contract, which enters its final year in 2026, prompting the London club to consider a sale.

Guehi, with over 150 Premier League appearances and a 2025 FA Cup triumph as Palace captain, brings proven quality and leadership. Simultaneously, Liverpool are pursuing 18-year-old Italian prospect Giovanni Leoni from Parma, signaling a dual strategy to blend immediate impact with future potential. Leoni, who has featured in 17 Serie A matches and scored once, is seen as a long-term investment.

The move comes as Liverpool aim to maintain their competitive edge following last season’s Premier League title. While interest in Newcastle’s Alexander Isak has been noted, no concrete progress has been made, with the striker’s £250 million valuation complicating any potential transfer. The deals underscore a busy window for Liverpool under manager Arne Slot.