Former Manchester City defender and coach Stuart Pierce delivered a bold message. City must chase and hijack Liverpool after Crystal Palace centre back Marc Guech.
The Premier League giants are interested in the moves of the palace defenders looking to leave Selhurst Park this summer.
The Reds are active in the transfer window this summer, adding Florian Wiltz, Hugo Echicchique, Jeremy Fripon and Milos Kerkez to their already strong teams.
With its own impressive signature, City recommends hijacking Liverpool’s move to Guech this summer.
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“When they won the Champions League a few years ago, I think they won it because it was so hard for them to score.” The 63-year-old told Sportsmoll.
“That was the key to their season, everything fell properly.
“The back fours were pretty consistent and played together very well. Kyle Walker dealt with the issue. They had an extra bit in the back.
“I’m a little worried. If I were in their situation, Mark Guehe would be something I’d drive away. I’m a huge fan of this kid. He has the ability to deal with one-on-one things in a counterattack.
“If you’re a Manchester City player in the vast way they play, you have to be good at it. But if something becomes their Achilles heels, it’s going to be that backline again.”
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City has mainly focused on their midfield and the creative side of their team this summer.
Following the departure of Kevin de Bruyne, the Premier League giants added creative options rather than team defensive options.
They signed Rayan Ait Nouri from the wolves for a left-back position, but the central defensive position remains a source of concern for the club.
Guehi is entering the final year of his contract at the palace and if the FA Cup winner receives a proper offer to him this summer, they will be happy to consider selling.
Former England boss Gareth Southgate described Gehi as a “exceptional” player.
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