Liverpool and Arsenal compete for England star

Liverpool are set to make a sensational bid for Marc Guehi, with Arsenal also keen on the Crystal Palace centre-back.

Liverpool and Arsenal see centre-back Marc Guehi as a target in this summer's transfer window.

The Telegraph reported that Liverpool want to recruit the England centre-back in the summer transfer window of 2025. This move marks the ambition to strengthen the Merseyside team's defense under the leadership of coach Arne Slot.

Liverpool's interest in Guehi is not new. The Reds see Guehi as a long-term replacement for 33-year-old Virgil van Dijk. The deal is also being driven by Liverpool's plans to sell young centre-back Jarell Quansah to Bayer Leverkusen for £40m.

After playing well with England at Euro 2024, Guehi has been sought after by many big clubs. The player born in 2000 is also ready to move to a team with greater ambitions than Palace. He is expected to become the new number one center-back for England, especially when the 2026 World Cup is approaching.

The England centre-back's contract with Palace expires in June 2026. Therefore, Liverpool's board believes this is the right time to own Guehi at a low price. However, the reigning English champions will face fierce competition from Arsenal.

The England centre-back is highly regarded by coach Mikel Arteta for his ability to read the game, sense space and hold the ball well. Arsenal's scouting team also assessed that Guehi has a playing style that suits the Gunners' style of play.

Guehi is a product of Chelsea's academy, known for his solid defending, aerial prowess and ability to launch attacks from the back. Last season, he completed 87% of his tackles and provided three assists, according to Opta . Guehi's consistency played a big part in Palace's FA Cup triumph in May.

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