Crystal Palace’s Igor Deal Collapses, Marc Guehi’s Liverpool Move in Doubt

Igor Julio’s potential move from Brighton to Crystal Palace has fallen through. This creates uncertainty for Marc Guehi’s expected move to Liverpool. The twist happened just after Guehi finished his Liverpool medical in London.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Crystal Palace wanted Igor Julio from Brighton to replace Marc Guehi on loan. However, Igor rejected Palace and is talking to West Ham about a loan. This news came after Guehi’s medical with Liverpool. Palace planned to have Igor before letting Guehi go. Now, with the transfer window closing, they need a new center-back. This uncertainty puts Guehi’s Liverpool move in doubt. As reported, Crystal Palace are leading the race to sign Brighton defender Igor Julio, highlighting the urgency of their situation.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

This situation is urgent for both clubs. Crystal Palace are in the top half in the Premier League, with 5 points from three matches. Guehi has been important in their defense, playing 26 league matches last season. For Liverpool, the timing is also tight. They are leading the league, two points ahead of Chelsea, in the title race. Liverpool believe a deal for Marc Guehi is close, as they aim to bolster their defense and push for the top spot.

WHAT’S NEXT?

Crystal Palace have only hours to decide if they will still sell Guehi without a replacement. They are urgently searching for center-back options before the deadline. Liverpool face a nervous wait to know if their £35 million deal for Guehi will happen, as they look to include him immediately in their squad. Palace’s next match is against Sunderland, who are ahead of them with 6 points. Liverpool will play Burnley, who are in the lower half with three points form three matches. Every choice now could affect the final league positions, making this transfer drama a key deadline-day story.