Richard Hughes ‘to prioritise Marc Guehi transfer’ after major Liverpool call
Richard Hughes should be working overtime to bring Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi to Liverpool this summer.
While the Reds have made some impressive signings this summer, so have some of their Premier League rivals.
If Arne Slot’s side are to retain their Premier League title, more work needs to be done in the transfer market.
Jarrell Quansah’s exit means Hughes should look to sign Guehi ASAP
Hughes is likely to prioritise signing Guehi due to the urgent need to reinforce the club’s defensive depth following Jarell Quansah’s £35million move to Bayer Leverkusen.
With only Virgil van Dijk, Ibrahima Konate and Joe Gomez remaining as senior centre-backs, Liverpool face a precarious situation, especially given Konate’s contract uncertainty and Gomez’s injury history.
| Marc Guehi’s Crystal Palace career so far | |
| Appearances | 155 |
| Goals | 8 |
| Assists | 4 |
| Honours | FA Cup x1 |
Konate, entering the final year of his deal, has been linked with a move to Real Madrid, and a decent offer could secure his departure, potentially leaving the Anfield outfit exposed.
Gomez, hampered by injuries, made only 17 appearances last season, underscoring the risk of relying on just three centre-backs, as evidenced by Liverpool’s injury-ravaged 2020-21 campaign.
Guehi offers Liverpool a homegrown solution
Guehi, a 24-year-old England international with 132 Premier League appearances, offers a proven, homegrown solution to the Anfield outfit.
His leadership as Crystal Palace’s FA Cup-winning captain, combined with his contract expiring in 2026, makes him an attractive target, with Liverpool confident of securing him for up to £50million, a significant discount from Palace’s earlier £70million valuation.
The Englishman’s anticipation, pace and ability to read the game align with Slot’s possession-based style, positioning him as a potential long-term partner or successor to the 34-year-old Van Dijk.
Hughes’ proactive transfer strategy, evidenced by signings like Florian Wirtz and Milos Kerkez, suggests he’ll act swiftly to avoid repeating past defensive shortages.
With Guehi already on Liverpool’s radar, his signing addresses both immediate depth concerns and future planning, ensuring Liverpool’s title defence and Champions League aspirations remain robust.
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