Report: Ornstein Reveals Last-Minute Blow as Liverpool Face Transfer Disappointment

Liverpool’s Attempt to Sign Marc Guehi Falls Through

Liverpool’s efforts to land Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi have collapsed. The 25-year-old was widely expected to make the move to Anfield this summer, but the deal has been called off after Palace failed to secure a suitable replacement. Despite the clubs agreeing on a £35 million fee and Guehi reportedly completing his medical, the transfer was pulled at the last moment, according to David Ornstein.

Could Liverpool Revive Their Interest in January?

It remains to be seen whether Liverpool will make another approach for Guehi when the transfer window reopens in January. The Reds are still in need of another high-calibre centre-back, and the Palace defender fits the bill. With Guehi in the final year of his contract, his market value is expected to decrease in the coming months, potentially making a January move more affordable.

The player himself is likely to be disheartened by how events unfolded, as Crystal Palace have effectively blocked what could have been a major step forward in his career. Reintegrating into the team after such a setback may prove challenging for him.

As for Liverpool, they’ll now rely on Joe Gomez and young prospect Giovanni Leoni to provide cover for Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konate until January. The next few months could test their squad depth in defence.

Guehi has previously expressed no desire to extend his contract with Palace, and the breakdown of this move makes a renewal even less likely. He’s now expected to leave for a cut-price fee in January or walk away as a free agent next summer.