Crystal Palace Open Door to Guehi Exit as January Interest Intensifies

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Crystal Palace have confirmed they are prepared to sell captain Marc Guehi in January if a suitable offer arrives.
Manager Oliver Glasner admitted the club may prioritise financial realities over sporting ambition if bids meet expectations.

The England defender remains one of the most sought-after centre-backs in European football this winter.

Liverpool Move Collapsed After Summer Deadline

Guehi came close to joining Liverpool on deadline day last September.
The deal collapsed after Palace failed to secure a replacement before the window closed.

The 25-year-old was left frustrated by the breakdown and later informed the club he would not extend his contract.
His current deal expires at the end of the season.

European Giants Circle Palace Captain

Guehi can now sign a pre-contract agreement with overseas clubs in January.
Several European heavyweights are monitoring the situation closely.

Bayern Munich, Inter Milan, Barcelona, Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid have all been linked.
Premier League rivals Liverpool and Manchester City are also tracking his availability.

City’s interest has reportedly intensified following fresh defensive injury concerns.

City Injury Crisis Sparks Renewed Interest

Manchester City could accelerate their pursuit after Josko Gvardiol suffered a serious injury against Chelsea.
Ruben Dias also limped off during the 1-1 draw at Stamford Bridge.

Those setbacks have strengthened City’s need for defensive reinforcement this month.
Guehi’s Premier League experience makes him an attractive short-term and long-term option.

Glasner Accepts Sale Could Happen

Glasner admitted Palace will not block a move if financial and player conditions align.
He stressed the final decision will always rest with the defender.

“I’m not naive. If a massive offer comes from City and Marc wants to do it, it will happen,” Glasner said.
“If you only look at sporting reasons, everyone would say Marc must stay.”

He added that clubs must sometimes prioritise financial stability over performance targets.

Summer Offers Fell Short of Palace Threshold

Palace rejected multiple offers during the summer transfer window.
Glasner said those bids failed to cross the club’s internal valuation.

“The threshold at that time was not met,” he explained.
“Maybe it was close, but it was not above it.”

The club opted to keep Guehi to push for domestic success earlier this season.

Focus Shifts to Aston Villa Clash

Despite speculation, Guehi is expected to start against Aston Villa on Wednesday night.
Crystal Palace host an in-form Villa side at Selhurst Park.

Glasner’s team have lost four of their last five Premier League matches.
Villa arrive in strong form after winning nine of their previous 10 league games.

For now, Palace’s captain remains central to their survival push, but January may yet change everything.