Overview

• Slot told Sky Sports he was disappointed for Liverpool and suggested the player expected to join, stressing he understands clubs holding firm without cover.
• Multiple reports say Liverpool agreed terms and put Guehi through a medical before Crystal Palace withdrew from the deal late on deadline day.
• Guehi has carried on as a leader on the pitch, starting England qualifiers and captaining Palace, with the club naming him their August player of the month.
• Reporting indicates Liverpool are unlikely to return in January and plan to wait to pursue a free transfer next summer.
• Industry voices suggest Palace could consider January bids in the £40–50m range, with Chelsea, Man City, Real Madrid and Barcelona among clubs monitoring.