Chelsea join race for Marc Guehi

Chelsea are preparing to make a bold push for Marc Guehi, with the Crystal Palace defender set to become one of the hottest free agents in European football next summer. According to TBR Football’s Graeme Bailey, the Blues are firmly in the mix to sign Guehi on a Bosman deal in 2026. Liverpool came close to landing the England international on deadline day, but Crystal Palace pulled the plug after failing to secure a late replacement. The Reds remain frontrunners, but Chelsea are now positioning themselves to bring their former academy graduate back to Stamford Bridge. A Defender in High Demand Guehi’s decision not to extend his stay at Selhurst Park has opened the door for Europe’s elite. Liverpool may lead the race, but Real Madrid are reportedly readying a lucrative offer to lure him to Spain, while Manchester City are monitoring the situation closely. Arsenal and Manchester United also expressed interest during the summer and could yet re-enter the picture. For Chelsea, the appeal is clear. They are in the market for a top-class centre-back, and Guehi, who knows the club inside out from his Cobham Academy days, fits the bill perfectly. Securing him on a free transfer would [...]

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