Marc Guehi Prefers Crystal Palace Stay Amid Chelsea Interest
Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner confirms Marc Guehi's desire to stay at Selhurst Park despite Chelsea's attempts to re-sign the defender this January.
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Chelsea Chronicle
Written by
Steve Worrell
Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner has stated that Marc Guehi wants to remain at Selhurst Park, delivering a blow to Chelsea’s hopes of signing the England international this month. Guehi, who has been linked with a return to Stamford Bridge as Chelsea looks to bolster their injury-hit defence, is reportedly content at Palace. Enzo Maresca has publicly expressed his admiration for the 24-year-old, but any potential move may have to wait until the summer when Guehi’s contract enters its final year, potentially making negotiations easier. For now, Crystal Palace remains determined to retain one of their key players.
- Guehi’s Decision: Oliver Glasner confirms that Marc Guehi has no intention of leaving Crystal Palace this January.
- Chelsea’s Interest: Enzo Maresca has expressed his liking for Guehi as Chelsea seeks defensive reinforcements due to injuries to Wesley Fofana and Benoit Badiashile.
- Transfer Challenges: Crystal Palace is keen to hold onto Guehi, complicating Chelsea's plans for a January move.
- Potential Summer Deal: Guehi’s contract expires in 2026, but Chelsea could revisit the deal in the summer when the player enters the final 12 months of his contract.
- Backup Options: Chelsea may explore alternatives, such as Barcelona’s Ronald Araujo, who could cost less than Guehi.
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Written by
Steve Worrell
Steve, Co-founder of The 1905 Club, created the platform to provide honest, clickbait-free Chelsea FC content. He worked at Stamford Bridge from 2013 to 2016 with a Champions League sponsor. His first Chelsea match was a 1-0 win at Leeds in 2000, and his favourite was the epic 2012 Champions League game against Napoli.
