Overview
- Sources cited by Yahoo Sports say Liverpool are nearing an agreement to sign the Crystal Palace captain after months of pursuit.
- Sky Sports understands Palace believe only Liverpool may move in January, with Bayern Munich, Real Madrid and Barcelona expected to wait until he is a free agent.
- Guehi has declined a new deal and his contract expires on June 30, positioning him to leave for free if no winter transfer is agreed.
- The Daily Mail, via Football Talk, reports Manchester United are preparing an attempt to hijack Liverpool’s pursuit, which remains unconfirmed.
- Last summer’s late £35m switch to Anfield collapsed despite a medical after Palace failed to secure a replacement, shaping today’s high-stakes scenario.