Chelsea are considering signing at least one central defender this summer, with former player Mark Guech on the list of possible targets. However, closing the deal is not easy as they face important competition for the signature of the Crystal Palace captain.
Crystal Palace may be forced to win cash to Guehi this summer, given his contract was gone in 2026. That means we need to accept a significantly reduced offer, especially compared to those rejected by Newcastle before the start of the 2024-25 season.
Naturally, the club has been warned of this possibility, with the Premier League having at least three suitors at England International.
Three Premier League clubs enthusiastic about Marc Guehi’s movements
Fabrizio Romano reports that Chelsea and Tottenham are keeping an eye on Guehi’s summer moves, but Newcastle has also maintained their interest since last summer. Crystal Palace hopes that this situation means that he can ask for more money for the defender, but there is also the risk of no one buying in 2026, and he also risks leaving as a free agent.
Guehi appears to have plenty of options for the next step in his career. His return to Chelsea certainly appeals, and the same can be said for Tottenham. Especially if he arrives as a starter, it could happen if Cristiano Romero, who is linked to Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid, leaves. But it would have the best chance at Newcastle to become a more important player.
Crystal Palace appears to have resigned to losing Guehi this summer and have begun a search for his replacement. It would be interesting to see where he ends.