Real Madrid and Barcelona Target Guéhi After Liverpool Move Fails
Interest in Crystal Palace’s center back Marc Guéhi has surged following the collapse of his proposed transfer to Liverpool. Both Real Madrid and Barcelona are reportedly keen on reaching a pre-contract agreement with the 25-year-old defender. The move to Liverpool had been agreed at £35 million, but Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner rejected the sale after failing to secure a replacement before the transfer deadline.
With Guéhi’s contract set to expire in the summer of 2024, he can negotiate with clubs outside England starting from January 1, 2024. This presents a prime opportunity for both Spanish giants to secure his services without an immediate transfer fee.
Other Transfer Developments in Focus
In addition to Guéhi, Galatasaray is keeping a close watch on Ademola Lookman, who plays for Atalanta. The Turkish club aims to capitalize on the later transfer window, mirroring their successful acquisition of striker Victor Osimhen last year. Lookman, who has been linked with a move away throughout the summer, has also attracted interest from clubs such as Internazionale and Bayern Munich.
Meanwhile, Emiliano Martínez of Aston Villa has expressed reluctance to move to Turkey after a potential transfer failed to materialize during the summer. Despite his aspirations for a move to Manchester United, the club did not receive an offer. The Turkish transfer window remains open until September 12, 2023, and there is speculation about a possible move to Saudi Arabia before their window closes on September 23, 2023.
Notable Transfers and Rumors
In other transfer news, Manchester City has authorized Ilkay Gündogan to travel to Istanbul to finalize a contract with Galatasaray until June 2027. Gündogan has yet to feature in the Premier League this season, having been on the bench for two of City’s three matches.
Further rumors indicate that Liverpool’s Joe Gomez was blocked from moving to AC Milan after their pursuit of Guéhi fell through. Additionally, Tottenham forward Manor Solomon was set to join Crystal Palace on loan, but that deal collapsed, leading him to sign with Villarreal instead.
The transfer landscape continues to evolve, with clubs across Europe actively seeking to bolster their squads ahead of the upcoming seasons. As the transfer window approaches its final days, the situation remains fluid, and more developments are expected.
