Newcastle United are reportedly keen to revive their chase of Marc Guehi as they could plot a cut-price deal in January for their top defensive target.
According to Football Insider, Newcastle United could return for Marc Guehi, and this time, they are looking to bring the defender in a cut-price deal. The 24-year-old Euro 2024 finalist’s price could drop in January with 18 months left on his contract, and Crystal Palace will have a crucial decision on their hands.
Newcastle United to revive Marc Guehi’s chase
Newcastle United fought until the end to sign Marc Guehi, but Crystal Palace stood firm in their valuation for the defender. The Magpies failed with four separate bids for the 24-year-old Euro 2024 finalist, as the Eagles stood their ground on demanding £70-75 million for their star defender.
Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish commented that Guehi’s sale would require ‘superstar money’, as the club is in a very pressure-inducing position regarding their defender. Palace are willing to begin contract talks with Guehi, although, amid considerable interest, things may not go in their favour.
With two years left on his current deal, clubs will look to tie up a cut-price deal for the defender next summer, with Manchester City linked with Guehi. Now, Newcastle United are set to revive its interest in the defender and could plot a cut-price move in January, knowing very well that the summer window will attract many other top suitors.
How much the Magpies are willing to offer remains the question, although they might continue to feel strong from the players’ side. Guehi might have held talks to reach a broad agreement on personal terms with the Magpies, although Palace will continue to demand a higher price, especially as they will not want to sell their key star in the middle of the season.
Crystal Palace under pressure to tie down Guehi
From Crystal Palace’s perspective, demanding £70-75 million for Guehi was probably the right thing to do. But things could dramatically change for them with the defender’s future decision. Despite talks of a new contract, Guehi does not want to rush into a decision as he wants to concentrate on his football rather than get his head turned about his future.
Crystal Palace are also willing to include a release clause in the new deal in a bid to reach an agreement with Guehi over a new contract. In any case, the Eagles are under some pressure to make sure the 24-year-old Euro 2024 finalist stays at the club or at least helps them protect his valuation to a certain limit by agreeing to a new deal.
