British media recently reported that Marc Guehi's name has reappeared in connection with Liverpool. The Kop have a long-term interest in the Eagles captain, but any prospects of signing him this summer are still far away.
Arsenal and some other clubs also want to have Guehi, but if he leaves Palace, this central defender will want to be guaranteed to be a regular player in the first team. In addition, Palace's transfer fee requirements are not cheap.
With 1 year left on his contract, the 24-year-old centre-back could also choose to stay at Palace. So, what would be a reasonable move by Guehi?
Guehi has enough qualities to succeed Virgil Van Dijk
With Jarell Quansah about to move to Bayer Leverkusen, the name Guehi is being watched by Liverpool.
Recent reports say negotiations over a new contract for Ibrahima Konate have stalled. And if Virgil van Dijk's centre-back leaves this summer, Liverpool could secure Guehi the starting position he is said to have demanded before next year's World Cup.
It is not difficult to see why Liverpool are chasing Guehi, a right-footed centre-back who plays on the left wing of the defense like Van Dijk, but can also use both feet well.
Liverpool's scouts have found that in his four seasons at Selhurst Park, the 24-year-old has the ability to read games acutely, extremely calmly under pressure and pass the ball sharply from the back. All of these are important qualities of a top centre-back.
sporting director Richard Hughes will certainly be impressed with Guehi's leadership skills as Palace captain, as well as when wearing the England shirt. Especially in Guehi's outstanding performance at EURO 2024 when The Kop are looking for a long-term successor to Van Dijk in both the center-back and captain positions.
There are no guarantees for Guehi at Arsenal
There is no guarantee that Guehi will be a first-team start at Arsenal. William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhaes are Mikel Arteta's key centre-back pair. They have created the foundation for one of the most solid defenses in the Premier League in recent seasons.
There are also few signs of a change at the Emirates. Gabriel has recently signed a new long-term contract to extend his stay at the Emirates, while the Gunners are also keen to extend Saliba.
There has been much speculation about Real Madrid's desire to sign Saliba in recent years and the "Gunners" have also faced many injuries, especially in defense. However, being able to play regularly will be a top priority for Guehi.
Guehi is now a regular England player under Thomas Tuchel and with the World Cup approaching next summer, the 24-year-old will be keen to keep his place in the starting lineup.
Guehi will certainly be wary when moving to a club without a starting position.
Guehi is loved at Crystal Palace
Staying at Crystal Palace for another season could be the best option for Guehi.
Not only is he a player who is sure to start - it is important if he wants to be in the squad for the 2026 World Cup - Guehi is also the captain and is loved at Selhurst Park.
The 24-year-old centre-back is leading Crystal Palace to clear success. They are the reigning FA Cup champions and if everything goes well, they will participate in the Europa League next season.
With his affection for Palace, Guehi will certainly want to lead the club further in the Premier League as well as the European arena.
Overall, Guehi's stay at Selhurst Park will bring many benefits to both sides.
What do Guehi's numbers say?
One of Guehi's strongest points is aerial warfare. He led the team in head-to-head clearance and unsuccessful air-to- air disputes in the Premier League last season, second in successful clearance.
During the entire tournament, Guehi still ranked high. He is in the top 20 for head-to-head clearance and winning in aerial challenges. In terms of the number of times he has won possession of the ball in 1/3 of his home field, Guehi is ninth.
But Guehi is not a bad player. The 24-year-old centre-back has the most successful passes and passes for Crystal Palace, as well as the player with the most touches last season.
