Transfer Deadline Day: Why Marc Guehi's Move to Liverpool Could Collapse Despite Passing Medical

Liverpool’s late push to sign Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace has hit an unexpected snag, despite the England international having already completed a medical.

Earlier today, Palace accepted Liverpool’s £35 million offer plus a 10% sell-on clause, and Guéhi quickly underwent medical tests in London ahead of the move. However, the transfer has stalled due to Palace’s inability to land a replacement before the window shuts.

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Palace had lined up Igor, the Brazilian defender from Brighton, as Guéhi’s direct replacement. The 26-year-old even completed a medical, but in a dramatic twist, he changed his mind and is now on the verge of signing for West Ham United instead.

Manager Oliver Glasner is refusing to sanction Guéhi’s departure without a defensive reinforcement secured, while chairman Steve Parish is pushing to accept Liverpool’s offer rather than risk losing Guéhi for free when his contract runs down next summer. The situation has left the deal hanging in the balance, with Guéhi himself awaiting the final decision.

The Merseysiders have already been active in the market, sealing the signing of Isak, the highly-rated Swedish striker, in a big-money move earlier in the day. Adding Guéhi to the squad was seen as a crucial defensive reinforcement for Arne Slot who is keen to strengthen his back line ahead of a packed season schedule.

But unless Palace resolve their replacement dilemma in the coming hours, Liverpool could be left frustrated, with Guéhi’s transfer collapsing despite having successfully passed his medical.