Top clubs chase England star: Bayern Munich join the race | OneFootball

FC Bayern has recently strengthened its defense, but apparently plans to continue doing so. According to consistent media reports, center-back Marc Guéhi from Crystal Palace is in the focus of the record champions.

Guéhi transfer to Liverpool failed on Deadline Day

On the Deadline Day of the summer transfer window, it seemed that Marc Guéhi would make the move to Liverpool FC. However, the transfer fell through at the last minute – partly because Palace coach Oliver Glasner reportedly threatened to resign if the defensive leader were to be let go. The Englishman's contract runs until the summer of 2026, and a free transfer departure is considered very likely.

As Football Insider reports, FC Bayern is now also interested in signing the 25-year-old. Accordingly, the German record champions could make a move next summer to bring Guéhi to the Isar without a transfer fee. The Mirror also confirms these reports. It states that FCB is interested and is monitoring the player's situation. Foreign clubs can negotiate with Guéhi from January 1st, which is seen as an advantage over Premier League clubs.

Strong competition for Bayern

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However, the Munich team is not alone in their interest. In addition to Bayern, Real Madrid, FC Barcelona, Juventus Turin, and Liverpool FC are also reportedly eyeing the English national player. Guéhi is considered an undisputed key player at Crystal Palace, with his current market value estimated at 45 million euros.

Transfer insider Fabrizio Romano also reports that Liverpool remains interested in Guéhi for the summer of 2026, but there is no 100% guarantee that he will move to the Reds. Several clubs in Europe are therefore considering a transfer for Guéhi.

For FC Bayern, Guéhi could be a medium-term option if Minjae Kim leaves the club. According to reports, the Munich officials are ready to let the South Korean go if a suitable offer comes in. Meanwhile, sports director Max Eberl is working on extending the contract with defensive leader Dayot Upamecano beyond 2026.

Bayern defense with question marks

Currently, coach Vincent Kompany has four regular center-backs available: Dayot Upamecano, Minjae Kim, Jonathan Tah, and Hiroki Ito. However, the latter is expected to be out for a longer period due to a metatarsal fracture. It remains unclear if and when the Japanese player will return this season.

Looking ahead is therefore understandable: With a free transfer of Guéhi in the summer of 2026, the Munich team could not only strengthen their central defense but also secure it for the long term – provided they can outmaneuver the European elite in the transfer race.

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