Crystal Palace Captain Marc Guehi Confirms Failed £35m Liverpool Transfer Amid England Goal

Liverpool's pursuit of Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi in the summer transfer window fell through at the last minute due to Palace's inability to secure a suitable replacement, despite an agreed £35 million deal and a deal sheet submission. Palace manager Oliver Glasner blocked the move, citing the importance of Guehi for the upcoming season and threatening resignation if the transfer went through. Guehi, who recently scored his first international goal in England's 5-0 win over Serbia, has publicly downplayed the transfer saga, focusing instead on his England duties and praising the team environment under Thomas Tuchel. Tuchel also commended Guehi's professionalism, emphasizing how he put personal interests aside during the transfer turmoil. Liverpool will not revisit the transfer in January and are expected to wait until Guehi's contract expires next summer to pursue him as a free agent. Meanwhile, Guehi is set to return to Crystal Palace for Premier League action, with his contract expiring in 2026 and no indication of renewing it.