Liverpool appears to be on the verge of securing a verbal agreement with Marc Guehi, stealing a march over Chelsea in the race for the highly sought-after Crystal Palace centre-back. The Reds are also making waves in the transfer market by eyeing a promising Ligue 1 winger, signaling an ambitious summer rebuild under new management.
Liverpool’s Transfer Momentum Builds
Liverpool’s summer transfer window is already shaping up to be a masterclass in strategic recruitment. The Reds have swiftly moved to sign Jeremie Frimpong and Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen, with Bournemouth’s Milos Kerkez undergoing a medical to finalise his switch to Anfield. However, the club faces a potential defensive crisis as Jarell Quansah’s imminent sale to Leverkusen raises concerns about squad depth.
Konate’s Contract Standoff
Further complicating matters, Ibrahima Konate has reportedly rejected Liverpool’s initial contract extension offer. The 26-year-old, who is unhappy with the proposed wage structure, is holding out for a higher basic salary. With Real Madrid reportedly monitoring the situation, Liverpool’s sporting director, Richard Hughes, may need to act fast to secure a replacement—and Marc Guehi seems to be the perfect fit.
Guehi Move Gathers Pace
Liverpool’s pursuit of Guehi is gaining momentum, with the club reportedly close to agreeing personal terms with the Palace defender. According to transfer insider Valentin Furlan, Crystal Palace may be forced to accept a £45 million bid for the England international, significantly lower than their initial £60 million valuation. This potential coup would deal a blow to Chelsea, who have also been linked with the 24-year-old.
Liverpool Eye Fofana Hijack
In another twist, Liverpool are reportedly ready to hijack Chelsea’s pursuit of Lyon sensation Malick Fofana. The 20-year-old winger enjoyed a breakout season in Ligue 1, notching eleven goals and six assists. Transfer expert Sacha Tavolieri claims Liverpool are ‘ahead’ of Chelsea in the race for the Belgian gem, with the Reds’ head of recruitment, Barry Hunter, being a keen admirer of the youngster.
Lyon’s Crazy Demand
Olympique Lyonnais, however, are holding out for a staggering €70 million fee for Fofana—a figure far removed from his current market value. Tavolieri explains that Lyon are banking on a bidding war to drive up the price. With Federico Chiesa potentially leaving, Fofana could serve as a backup to Luis Diaz, adding depth to Liverpool’s attacking options.
Squad Reinforcements Continue
Beyond these high-profile targets, Liverpool have also bolstered their ranks with the £1.5 million signing of 20-year-old goalkeeper Armin Pecsi from Puskas AFC. These strategic acquisitions highlight the club’s commitment to building a squad capable of competing on multiple fronts next season.
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