July 8th 2024.
At the ongoing Euro 2024, one player who has been making waves is Marc Guehi. The young English defender has been impressing fans and critics alike with his performances for the national team. And it seems like his talents have not gone unnoticed by two of the biggest clubs in the Premier League, Arsenal and Manchester United.
According to reports, Guehi has turned down talks of a new contract with his current club, Crystal Palace, which has given hope to both Arsenal and United in their pursuit of the talented centre-back. Guehi joined Palace from Chelsea in 2021, but it is his performances for England at Euro 2024 that have truly put him on the map.
Despite being suspended for the quarter-final against Switzerland, Guehi has started in all of England's previous games and has formed a solid partnership with John Stones at the heart of the defense. And even though he missed the quarter-final, Guehi is expected to make a comeback in the semi-final against Denmark. This has only further increased the interest in him from top clubs.
The 23-year-old's current contract with Palace has just two years left, and the club was keen on offering him a new deal with a release clause. But Guehi has shown no interest in signing it, which has only fueled speculation about his future. Palace reportedly values him at a hefty price of £55 million, with Newcastle United also interested in securing his services.
Palace's task of keeping hold of their key players is becoming increasingly difficult, especially after the departure of Michael Olise to Bayern Munich for a whopping £60m fee. And it seems like Guehi might also be on his way out, with Arsenal and United vying for his signature. Both clubs are in need of defensive reinforcements, and Guehi's impressive performances have put him on their radar.
But Guehi is not the only name on their list. United is also considering names like Matthijs de Ligt and Jarrad Branthwaite, while Arsenal is closing in on a deal for Bologna and Italy defender Riccardo Calafiori. It remains to be seen where Guehi will end up, but one thing is for sure, he will be a major topic of discussion once the Euro 2024 tournament is over.
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