Guehi infuriated after Palace block Liverpool move in deadline day u-turn | OneFootball

Marc Guehi’s proposed £35 million transfer to Liverpool collapsed dramatically on deadline day after Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish blocked the deal.

The decision frustrated and disappointed the England international, who had undergone the first stage of his medical in London.

A private jet had been lined up to take him to Merseyside, while Palace had prepared a farewell video for their captain.

The move unravelled when manager Oliver Glasner intervened and threatened to resign if Guehi was sold without an adequate replacement. The Austrian coach, who led Palace to FA Cup glory last season, made it clear that allowing the 25-year-old to depart on deadline day would undermine the squad’s stability.

Parish sided with his manager, pulling approval despite weeks of negotiations with Liverpool and despite Palace having secured a deal for French Under-20 defender Jaydee Canvot from Toulouse.

Palace’s late attempts to bring in more experienced cover proved unsuccessful, with a proposed move for Brighton & Hove Albion centre-back Igor Julio and other targets failing to materialise.

For Guehi, the decision came as a bitter blow after handling the situation professionally throughout the summer.

Unlike Newcastle United’s Alexander Isak, who pushed to leave for Liverpool, the Palace captain had not agitated for a move and instead continued to perform for his side.

The manner of the collapse has left Guehi considering his position at Selhurst Park. Palace teammates share his frustration, believing he earned the right to join the Premier League champions.

Liverpool are expected to revive their interest in January, although the player will be free to discuss pre-contract terms with overseas clubs from that point.

Barcelona, Bayern Munich, and Juventus are among those who have been tracking his situation.

Guehi joined Palace from Chelsea for £18 million in 2021 and has since established himself as one of the most reliable defenders in the Premier League, winning 23 England caps along the way. With his contract set to expire next summer, Palace’s refusal to sell now risks losing their captain for nothing if no agreement is reached.