Overview

• Mikel Arteta has revived Arsenal’s interest in Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi after his valuation dropped from around £70 million last summer.
• With only one year left on his Palace contract, Guehi’s fee is now estimated at £40 million–£45 million and has attracted bids from Newcastle, Liverpool, Manchester United and Chelsea.
• Arsenal have opened negotiations to extend William Saliba’s deal as they aim to lock down their defensive core alongside Gabriel at the Emirates.
• Crystal Palace are preparing for Guehi’s potential exit by targeting Sporting CP’s Ousmane Diomande and accounting for Chelsea’s 20% sell-on clause in any transfer.
• Guehi has stated his focus remains at Crystal Palace as he evaluates his options amid intensifying interest from Premier League clubs.