Liverpool fans, brace yourselves – the Reds are back in the hunt for Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi, and this time, it looks like a January move could actually happen. After a dramatic summer deadline-day collapse, fresh reports indicate that Liverpool have submitted a new bid for the England international, sparking excitement about a potential shock swoop in the winter transfer window.
The saga began on September 1, when Liverpool’s £35m offer – including a 10% cut of any future sale – was initially accepted by Palace. Guehi even passed a medical on Merseyside, but the Eagles pulled the plug at the last minute after failing to secure a replacement defender. Despite the setback, Liverpool’s interest never waned, with whispers of a free-agent approach next summer if no deal materialized.
However, Liverpool’s defensive woes this season have accelerated their plans. The Premier League champions have conceded a worrying 20 goals in just 12 games, highlighting vulnerabilities at the back. With a record of 6 wins, 0 draws, and 6 losses so far in the 2025-26 campaign, the Reds sit precariously, and manager Arne Slot is reportedly eager to bolster the squad mid-season.
Renowned transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has fueled the speculation, confirming that Liverpool are “seriously considering” reinforcements in January. Now, a bombshell report from the respected X account indykaila News – boasting over 680k followers and a team of elite reporters – claims the Reds have officially tabled a bid.
“Exclusive: We understand @LFC have submitted a bid for Marc Guehi. We understand the bid is around £25m with add-ons. The bid has not been accepted or rejected,” the post read.
This lower figure reflects Guehi’s contract situation – his deal expires next summer, allowing him to sign pre-contracts with foreign clubs from January 1. Yet, sources suggest Palace could be tempted, especially with Liverpool’s persistent pursuit.
Our transfer insider Fraser Fletcher believes a deal is realistic: “Guehi moving to Liverpool in the winter window is a genuine possibility. I’ve reported before, they are well aware of how problematic the pre-contract option becomes from January 1, with other clubs lingering. A fee of £20m-25m is what I believe could result in a deal.”
Sky Sports journalist Sacha Tavolieri echoes this but notes it might take closer to £35m to twist Palace’s arm, given Guehi’s status as one of the Premier League’s most consistent defenders. “The Reds could overtake Bayern Munich, who are also interested but considered less active in the matter,” Tavolieri added.
Guehi himself has been impressive this season, featuring in 11 Premier League games for Palace with a 7.09 rating, 1 goal, 1 assist, 5 clean sheets, and 3 blocked shots. His leadership and composure make him an ideal fit for Liverpool’s high-line defense.
Not everyone is convinced the deal will go through in January, though. Reporter Dean Jones cautions that Liverpool might pivot to a short-term alternative: “There are some doubts about that happening, especially in January, and I have heard they might yet consider finding someone to bridge the gap… They are open-minded about the prospect of finding an experienced figure to come in.”
Adding intrigue, Palace teammate Adam Wharton recently hinted at Guehi’s Anfield links, saying the move is “basically there.” Moreover, exclusive reports reveal Palace are eyeing a record-breaking replacement for Guehi, though Chelsea are also in the mix for the same target.
Elsewhere, Liverpool’s pursuit of other “dream targets” appears frozen, with attention shifting to big-money alternatives potentially on the agenda for January too.
With Palace identifying a top-tier successor and Liverpool desperate to shore up their backline, this shock January swoop feels more on the cards than ever. Could Guehi be the key to turning around the Reds’ season? Watch this space – it’s happening!