Liverpool are on the verge of reaching a stunning agreement with a £45m Premier League defender for a transfer this summer, as Arne Slot’s side ramp up their summer business. With defensive reinforcements high on the agenda, the Reds appear to be closing in on a major addition to their backline.
The Merseyside giants are in the market for a centre-back and the club are keen to bring in one soon, especially after the imminent departure of Jarell Quansah this summer.
Marc Guehi has emerged as a top target for the Premier League champions, but there are question marks over whether he would be keen to be third choice at Anfield despite his interest in joining the club.
Liverpool have not made an official move for him yet, but there is an increasing likelihood now that the defender could accept a transfer for around £45m.
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Liverpool reach transfer agreement with Marc Guehi over a potential £45m deal
Liverpool are set to take a pause in the market following the imminent arrival of Milos Kerkez, but the club will continue to carry out work behind the scenes.
The Merseyside giants are showing a keen interest in Guehi, and they have continued to hold talks with his representatives.
According to journalist Valentin Furlan, Liverpool are close to reaching a verbal agreement with the defender over a potential transfer.
Guehi has turned down Tottenham and is ignoring interest from Arsenal and Newcastle to explore the possibility of joining Liverpool.
He is close to providing his approval to a move to Anfield while his representatives continue the dialogue with the Reds.
Crystal Palace are also in agreement that they are unlikely to get more than £45m from the sale of a defender who has a year left on his contract.
