Marc Guehi to Liverpool latest as Crystal Palace manager ‘green lights’ transfer

Crystal Palace are bracing themselves for a formal bid from Liverpool for Marc Guehi, as they continue negotiations with Sporting CP over a potential deal for his replacement, Ousmane Diomande. With Guehi nearing the final year of his contract at Selhurst Park, the Eagles are prepared to cash in on their FA Cup hero to avoid losing him on a free transfer in 2026.

Liverpool aren’t the only club interested in the 24-year-old, but Arne Slot’s Premier League champions are now emerging as clear favourites to secure Guehi’s services. Meanwhile, Palace are also ramping up their pursuit of Ivory Coast international Diomande.

The sought-after 21-year-old reportedly has a £68million release clause in his Sporting contract. While Palace aren’t ready to meet that figure, they’re willing to break their club-record to bring the talented centre-back to Selhurst Park.

Progress has already been made on personal terms, with Diomande open to the move and Palace maintaining good relations with player’s agency ROOF, who also represent left wing-back Tyrick Mitchell.