Liverpool is reportedly turning their attention to Crystal Palace Captain Mark Guech following the impending sale to Bayer Lebakusen.
According to The Telegraph, Liverpool is aiming to sign up to England’s international defender this summer to strengthen their defense.
Another move from the Reds will show their ambitions by issuing a statement.
They have already secured Jeremy Fripon’s signature, but Florian Wiltz and Milos Kerkez are set to be the next players to arrive at Anfield.
Liverpool is stepping up efforts to sign Mark Guech
Guehi of England International is entering the final year of his palace contract and is firmly present on Liverpool’s radar as he begins to rebuild his backline under Arne Slot.
Bayer Leverkusen is nearing confirmation of Quansah’s £30 million to £400,000 move, a transfer that frees funds and space for Anfield’s team.
With just 12 months left on the current contract, Palace may be more open to negotiating Guehi’s sale, rather than risking losing him for free next summer.
The situation at Liverpool’s centre-back is currently difficult. Virgil Van Dijk recently signed a new deal. Ibrahima Konate holds back contracts amid the Real Madrid link, and Joe Gomez is back from an injury layoff.
Guehi could shine at anfield under the slot
The potential arrival of Guehi provides the club with stability in the back and brings quality to the team.
Van Dijk is still the number one option, but Guehi has to compete with Konate.
The defenders brought all the pace, experience and leadership qualities when Palace defeated Manchester City in the FA Cup final last month.
Former England manager Gareth Southgate described Gehi as a “exceptional” player.
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