Liverpool’s Move for Marc Guehi Hinges on Joe Gomez Decision

Liverpool want Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi, but Palace want Joe Gomez in a player swap. Both teams are negotiating, but Liverpool are sticking to their plans.

DEAL TALKS: EVERYTHING DEPENDS ON PALACE

Crystal Palace want Joe Gomez if Liverpool want Marc Guehi. Liverpool have offered £35 million for Guehi, but Palace want more, including Gomez on loan. Gomez, 28, has barely played this season, and Palace see him as important in the deal. Guehi wants to join Liverpool, and has made his intentions clear, but it hinges on Palace’s decision and finding a replacement captain.

LIVERPOOL, PALACE, AND AC MILAN: THE BROADER CONTEXT

Liverpool under new manager Arne Slot remain unbeaten, sitting third in the Premier League, level on points with Arsenal as both teams are playing each other today and have one less match than leaders Chelsea. Liverpool are currently top of the table in the Premier League along with Arsenal and Tottenham. Crystal Palace, meanwhile, have struggled early on, collecting just one point from their opening three matches and standing 18th, barely above the relegation zone. AC Milan are also interested in Gomez, adding pressure to Palace and Liverpool’s talks.

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?

The deal’s future should become clearer soon, with the transfer window shutting. Liverpool will only let Gomez leave if Guehi comes and Palace find a replacement. If Milan tempt Liverpool to sell Gomez outright, it could further push Palace’s decision. Liverpool will get ready to face Arsenal next in a battle between top-four hopefuls, while Palace will try to get their first win against bottom club Burnley.