Crystal Palace Manager Denies Resignation Threat Over Blocked Marc Guehi Liverpool Transfer

Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner has clarified the circumstances surrounding the failed transfer of captain Marc Guehi to Liverpool, denying reports that he threatened to resign if the defender was sold. Although Liverpool agreed to a £35 million fee and Guehi even underwent a medical, Palace pulled out after failing to secure a suitable replacement, with Glasner emphasizing the risks of selling their experienced centre-back without adequate cover. Glasner explained that chairman Steve Parish asked if the team could manage the season without Guehi, and he responded that it would be very risky in the short term, leading Parish to decide to keep the player. Glasner praised Parish for prioritizing the club's sporting needs over immediate financial gain and denied any tensions between them. He also highlighted that Palace signed a young defender, Jaydee Canvot, but noted the player's inexperience meant he was not an immediate replacement for Guehi. The manager expressed confidence in Guehi's commitment to the club and assured fans that the situation had a positive resolution.