Marc Guehi now looks increasingly likely to make the switch from Crystal Palace to Liverpool following Jarell Quansah’s confirmed move to Bayer Leverkusen, a transfer that could rise to £35 million.
The Merseyside club are reportedly ready to intensify their efforts to land Crystal Palace skipper Guehi, having sanctioned the sale of Quansah to the Bundesliga outfit.
With Ibrahima Konate also heading into the final year of his current deal at Anfield and no clear indication yet on whether he will extend his stay, Arne Slot’s side are in need of reinforcements at centre back.
Guehi, who is also in the final year of his contract at Selhurst Park, may be allowed to leave this summer to avoid departing as a free agent next year. The England international is now widely expected to join Liverpool in the coming weeks.
In other developments, Liverpool have firmly rejected interest from Bayern Munich in winger Luis Diaz, making it clear that the Colombian is not available for transfer.
These are the latest Liverpool-related transfer stories to monitor closely.
Jarell Quansah’s Goodbye
Jarell Quansah has bid an emotional goodbye to Liverpool following the completion of his transfer to Bayer Leverkusen, a move that could earn the Reds as much as £35 million.
The England Under-21 centre-back finalised his switch to the Bundesliga side on Wednesday, just under three days after delivering a standout performance in defence as the Young Lions clinched the European Under-21 Championship title with a victory over Germany in the final.
Reacting to the move on Instagram, Quansah said: “From the moment I walked through the doors of the Academy at 5 years old, I dreamed of one day wearing the Liverpool shirt at Anfield. 17 years later, I can now say I have lived that dream.”
Marc Guehi Steps Up
Liverpool are expected to push ahead with their pursuit of Marc Guehi following the departure of Jarell Quansah. The Reds have identified the Crystal Palace defender as a key target for this summer’s transfer window.
Reports last week indicated that Liverpool officials were edging closer to securing a deal for the England international, who was poised to become the club’s next major signing. However, a few minor obstacles were still delaying the agreement.
With Quansah now out of the picture, Liverpool are in need of a replacement, and Guehi has long been lined up for that role. The club may also have to consider bringing in yet another centre-back, as Ibrahima Konate’s future remains uncertain with just one year remaining on his current deal.
Luis Diaz Stays
Liverpool remain firm in their stance that Luis Diaz will not be sold this summer, despite increasing interest in the Colombian winger. The 28-year-old has attracted attention from several clubs amid the Reds’ significant investment during the current transfer window.
Barcelona have been long-time admirers of Diaz, although they now seem to be focusing their efforts on signing Athletic Bilbao star Nico Williams. The Catalan giants are also keeping tabs on Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford.
Bayern Munich have recently emerged as another suitor, with reports from Germany indicating that the club’s sporting director, Max Eberl, has held discussions regarding a potential deal.
However, Liverpool have made it clear that Diaz’s departure is not being considered, and a move away from Anfield appears unlikely at this stage.
In other news, Liverpool ‘Eye’ Alexander Isak ‘Alternative’ That Has Twice Rejected Newcastle United Transfer