Manchester Metropolis are closing in on a £20m transfer for Crystal Palace centre-back Marc Guehi, in response to Fabrizio Romano.
The England worldwide “accepted” a proposal from Man Metropolis, and although he was purported to grow to be a free agent in the summertime, he additionally rejected Arsenal and Liverpool who had been additionally potential suitors.
Nonetheless, Metropolis are eager to make an early transfer for Guehi and it seems the 25-year-old has settled on a transfer to the Etihad Stadium, after initially showing to be leaning in direction of letting his contract expire.
Learn extra under as Romano granted Guechiz Metropolis the switch along with his trademark ‘Let’s go’…
“Breaking information: Marc Gehi is on his approach to Manchester Metropolis! Crystal Palace have now accepted a proper provide – it’s understood the payment will probably be round £20m. Guehi accredited the transfer to #MCFC. Unique article, at the moment beneath evaluation,” Romano posted on X.
Marc Gehi withdraws free switch plan and agrees £20m transfer to Manchester Metropolis
Romano was lately cited as one of many sources linking Gehi to Arsenal, reporting that Liverpool have proven continued curiosity because the summer season.
Romano stated on his YouTube channel: “Mikel Arteta actually believes he’s a prime participant, however Arsenal even have plenty of gamers in that place. That is the purpose.”
“And there may be common curiosity from Liverpool. They reached an settlement final summer season… Liverpool stay completely fascinated by Marc Gehi and it’ll positively be a match to observe.”
He beforehand stated of Guehi: “What I can say is that the participant’s actual intention was all the time to maneuver on a free switch in the summertime.
“It is the participant’s duty and his plan was all the time to go on a free switch in the summertime.”
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Metropolis actually wanted Gehi this winter after current accidents to Josko Gvardiol and Ruben Dias left them missing depth in central protection.
The previous Chelsea teenager wouldn’t have been assured such an everyday beginning spot at Arsenal as a result of presence of William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhães.
Nonetheless, this can be a big blow for Liverpool, who got here very near signing Guehi in the summertime however nonetheless want extra signings to strengthen their choices on the again.
Virgil van Dijk just isn’t getting any youthful, whereas Ibrahima Konate is nearing free company, so a alternative could also be wanted quickly.
