Crystal Palace Blocks £35m Marc Guehi Transfer to Liverpool

Marc Guehi's anticipated £35 million transfer from Crystal Palace to Liverpool collapsed at the last minute on deadline day after Palace chairman Steve Parish, influenced by manager Oliver Glasner's threat to resign without a proper replacement, blocked the deal. Guehi had completed the first stage of his medical and was prepared to travel to Liverpool, with the club even preparing a farewell video and arranging a private jet, yet the move was suddenly halted due to Palace's failure to secure adequate defensive cover. This decision has left Guehi extremely unhappy and considering his future as Crystal Palace captain, while several teammates share his frustration over the blocked transfer to the Premier League champions. Unlike Newcastle’s Alexander Isak, who forced his move to Liverpool, Guehi continued to perform professionally throughout the summer, making the collapsed deal particularly bitter. There is speculation Liverpool may attempt to re-sign Guehi in January, and interest reportedly exists from clubs like Barcelona, Bayern Munich, and Juventus. The episode has sparked debate about player loyalty and club priorities, highlighting the tension between professional conduct and career advancement in football.