Chelsea are in race with 2 Premier League giants to sign a English defender. The player is one of the best Premier League defenders right now. Lastly, he will be surely available in the summer market with his current club already setting the transfer fee.
The star in question here is Marc Guehi of Crystal Palace. He joined Palace from Chelsea in 2021. He is only 24 years old but is viewed as one of the best players in the England. Guehi is now captain of Crystal Palace. In addition, he is regular starter for England national team.
Guehi will enter the final year of his contract at Palace this summer. He has rejected to sign an extension as he is keen to join a bigger club. Palace are ready to sell him as they will not want to lose him for free next summer.
Chelsea joined by 2 English clubs in race for Guehi
The Blues are keen to sign atleast 2 new defenders this summer. They view the centre-back signing as the top priority due to conceding a lot of goals. In order to raise funds, they are ready to sell Disasi, Chalobah and Veiga. In addition, the recent reports are also linking Fofana with an away move.
Chelsea are keen to re-sign Marc Guehi this summer. But, as per TBR Football, they are joined by Liverpool and Newcastle United in the race. The report also states that Crystal Palace will demand around £40 million for the 24 year old.
Liverpool have extended Virgil van Dijk’s stay at Anfield for 2 years. But, the Dutch star still needs proper replacement due to his age. On the other hand, the Magpies are keen to sign a new centre-back in order to compete for the top four spot regularly. Eddie Howe will be backed by the club due to their recent success.
A trusted source on WalkOn.comA trusted source on ChelseaNews.com
For more football updates, make sure to follow us on:
