Transfer Details
- Player: Marc Guehi
- Current Club: Crystal Palace
- Potential Destination: Chelsea
- Contract Situation: Under contract at Crystal Palace
- Possible Move: Summer transfer
- Reported Value: £70m
- Focus Keyword: Marc Guehi transfer Chelsea Crystal Palace
Transfer Breakdown
Chelsea are pushing hard to re-sign Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace, as they look to fend off competition from other Premier League clubs.
The 24-year-old England international defender was originally part of Chelsea’s academy before joining Palace in 2021, where he has since established himself as one of the best young centre-backs in England.
Why This Move?
For Chelsea, Guehi would provide a top-tier defensive option, helping to replace Thiago Silva’s leadership as the club rebuilds.
For Crystal Palace, selling Guehi for £70m would represent a major profit on a player they originally signed for a much lower fee.
Expert Opinion
Football journalist David Ornstein commented on Chelsea’s pursuit:
🗣️ “Chelsea are determined to bring Marc Guehi back, and the competition from other Premier League clubs makes this an important battle.”
Former Chelsea captain John Terry also weighed in:
🗣️ “Guehi has all the qualities to be a leader at Chelsea. He knows the club and would be a perfect signing.”
Fan Reactions
- @ChelseaNews: “We should have never let him leave! Bring him back ASAP!”
- @PalaceTalk: “£70m is a big offer, but losing Guehi would be a massive blow for us.”
- @EPLTransferWatch: “Guehi to Chelsea makes sense. But will Palace let him go?”
Player Stats
| Season | Club | Appearances | Goals | Clean Sheets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-23 | Crystal Palace | 39 | 1 | 12 |
| 2023-24 | Crystal Palace | 37 | 2 | 10 |
| 2024-25 | Crystal Palace | 10 | 1 | 4 |
Competing Defenders at Chelsea
If Marc Guehi joins Chelsea, he will compete with:
| Player | Position | 2024-25 Appearances | Goals | Clean Sheets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levi Colwill | Centre-Back | 11 | 1 | 3 |
| Wesley Fofana | Centre-Back | 10 | 0 | 4 |
| Benoît Badiashile | Centre-Back | 9 | 0 | 2 |
What’s Next for Marc Guehi?
With Chelsea determined to sign him, the key factor will be whether Crystal Palace are willing to accept an offer close to £70m.
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Have Your Say!
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