سجل الدولي الهولندي كودي جاكبو، لاعب الفريق الأول لكرة القدم بنادي ليفربول، هدف التعادل لصالح الريدز، في المباراة التي تجمع الفريقين ضمن منافسات الدوري الإنجليزي الممتاز.
ويستضيف ملعب “أنفيلد” مباراة ليفربول ومانشستر يونايتد، التي انطلقت في تمام الساعة السادسة والنصف مساءً بتوقيت القاهرة ومكة المكرمة.
ويحتل ليفربول المركز الثالث في جدول ترتيب الدوري الإنجليزي بشكل مؤقت برصيد 15 نقطة، فيما يتواجد مانشستر يونايتد في المركز الـ12 برصيد 10 نقاط.
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وسجل مبيومو الهدف الأول لصالح مانشستر يونايتد في الدقيقة الأولى من المباراة، بعد تمريرة ولا أروع خلف دفاع ليفربول، سددها الكاميروني بنجاح في الشباك.
وفي الدقيقة 78 نجح جاكبو في تسجيل هدف التعادل لصالح ليفربول في مرمى مانشستر يونايتد، بعد سلسلة من تصادم الكرة في دفاع الشياطين الحمر، ونجح جاكبو في استغلالها وهز الشباك.
كودي خاكبو يعيد ليفربول إلى أجواء المباراة بتسجيله هدف التعادل في شباك مانشستر يونايتد 🔴⚽️#الدوري_الإنجليزي_الممتاز | #ليفربل_مانشستر_يونايتد pic.twitter.com/MYpnzmFsKQ — beIN SPORTS (@beINSPORTS) October 19, 2025
When it comes to summer transfer windows, Arsenal haven’t always been a club that like to go big.
However, this year saw the thrice Premier League runners-up smash open the war chest and make the addition that could finally get them over the line come May.
Andrea Berta oversaw the arrival of eight first-team quality players, and while several of them have the potential to be real game-changers, Viktor Gyokeres might just be the most exciting.
The Swedish shot-stopper could be the missing piece in Mikel Arteta’s attack, but he’ll have to take the league by storm to see his valuation match that of one of his new teammates.
Gyokeres' start to the Premier League season
To describe Gyokeres as prolific during his time with Sporting CP would be a colossal understatement.
In 102 appearances, totalling 8417 minutes, he scored 97 goals and provided 28 assists, which comes out to an average of 1.22 goal involvements every game, or one every 67.33 minutes.
With numbers like these, it’s easy to understand why Arsenal spent £64m on him and why there are such high expectations about what he could do at the club.
Yet, while it is still early days, it would be fair to say that he’s not exactly got off to a flyer in red and white.
For example, in the games against Manchester United and Liverpool, he failed to have a single shot, let alone one on target.
Moreover, while his teammates weren’t providing him with adequate service, he was not helping himself with some lacklustre runs and heavy touches.
Fortunately, we got to see what he can do in the game against Leeds United, as he opened his account with a lovely run early in the second half and then doubled his tally with a thunderous strike from the penalty spot towards the end of the game.
In all, Gyokeres could be a huge difference-maker for Arsenal this season, although there is already someone in the team competing with him who is worth millions more.
The Arsenal star worth millions more than Gyokeres
Even before this summer’s spending spree, Arsenal could boast a team overflowing with sensational talent.
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From William Saliba in defence, to Declam Rice in midfield and Bukayo Saka in attack, there are superstars all over this team.
However, in this instance, the attacker in question is none other than Kai Havertz, and while he might divide opinion at times, his valuation remains incredibly high.
For example, the CIES Football Observatory prices the German international at a whopping €91m, which is about £79m, or £15m more than Gyokeres cost the Gunners.
That might sound like an awful lot of money for a player who has quite the reputation for being wasteful in attacking situations, but contrary to how many view him, the 26-year-old has quite an impressive record for the club.
For example, since making the move to North London, the former Chelsea ace has scored 29 goals and provided 13 assists in 88 appearances, which is an average of a goal involvement every 2.09 games.
However, when you look purely at the games in which he played as the team’s striker, the numbers become even more impressive.
Havertz CF form
Appearances
48
Minutes
4004′
Goals
19
Assists
13
Goal Involvements per Match
0.66
Minutes per Goal Involvement
125.12
All Stats via Transfermarkt
In those 48 matches, totalling 4004 minutes, the “magnificent” ace, as dubbed by talent scout Jacek Kulig, has scored 19 goals and provided 13 assists.
In other words, when he has played as a striker, the Aachen-born monster averages a goal involvement every 1.5 games, or every 125.12 minutes, which is a brilliant rate of return.
Ultimately, he might still divide opinion among fans and pundits alike, but Havertz’s numbers are undoubtedly impressive and help to explain why he currently has a higher valuation than Gyokeres.
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They’re through to the next round of the League Cup, but last night’s performance was hardly an impressive one from Arsenal.
Mikel Arteta’s side travelled to League One side Port Vale and would have been hoping for a hefty win to bolster morale.
However, the North Londoners had to settle for a goal in each half and not many clear-cut scoring chances.
That said, there were still a few players who put in some good performances, including one who outshone Eberechi Eze and Leandro Trossard.
Eze & Trossard's displays
With Gabriel Martinelli out on the left, Eze had the chance to start a game from the midfield for Arsenal last night, and he certainly made an impact.
It was the former Crystal Palace star who opened the scoring with a delicate finish in the middle of the penalty area in the eighth minute – his first goal since joining the club.
He should have really added a second in the closing stages of the first half, but it was a good stop from the Port Vale keeper that denied him a brace.
The Englishman had some more good moments here and there, but was eventually replaced by Declan Rice in the 81st minute.
However, it was the other change at that time which was far more consequential for the Gunners, as Trossard came on for Martinelli.
It didn’t take long for the Belgian star to make his mark, as in the 85th minute, he latched onto the end of a great long ball from William Saliba, drove across the box and drilled home a low shot to the keeper’s right.
In all, both Eze and Trossard were able to stamp their authority on the game through their goals, but there was another starter who was arguably even better.
The Arsenal star who outshone Eze & Trossard
So, while the overall performance left a lot to be desired, there were still a few players who looked decent, such as Saliba in defence or Max Dowman and Viktor Gyokeres when they came off the bench.
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However, in this instance, we are referring to the exceptionally talented Myles Lewis-Skelly.
It was the Englishman’s first start of the season, and were Riccardo Calafiori not in such incredible form himself, we’d argue he’d deserve another start at the weekend off of last night.
The Hale Ender did practically everything right, and while he didn’t score a goal, he was involved in Eze’s opener, getting the faintest of touches on the ball from Martinelli.
On top of that attacking contribution, he seemed to have the better of Port Vale’s attackers whenever they came down his side, be it through his surprising strength or brilliant timing.
While this all might sound a little hyperbolic, we were not the only ones impressed, as the Metro’s Liam Grace awarded the teenager an 8/10 match rating at full-time, writing that it was a ‘really strong performance.’
Unsurprisingly, the Hale Ender’s statistics more than justify the praise.
Minutes
94′
Assists
1
Clearances
2
Tackles
1
Ground Duels (Won)
6 (6)
Aerial Duels (Won)
1 (1)
Touches
98
Lost Possession
5
Fouls Won
4
Passing Accuracy
76/78 (97%)
Long Balls (Accurate)
3 (2)
Big Chances Created
1
Dribbles (Successful)
1 (1)
In 94 minutes of action, he provided the assist, made two clearances, won 100% of his ground and aerial duels, made one tackle, took 98 touches but lost the ball just five times, completed 76 of 78 passes and was successful in 100% of his dribbles.
Ultimately, while it was a fairly uninspiring performance from most of the Arsenal team, the likes of Eze, Trossard and especially Lewis-Skelly really impressed.
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Crystal Palace stunned Liverpool by cancelling Marc Guehi’s £35 million ($47m) deadline day move to Anfield, with Palace chairman Steve Parish revealing his side's maiden European campaign was the key factor. Parish stressed that keeping the England captain was crucial for the Eagles’ season, despite the allure of a big-money transfer, highlighting the unique circumstances behind the dramatic last-minute U-turn.
Guehi's dramatic Liverpool transfer collapse
Liverpool had agreed terms with Crystal Palace on a £35m fee plus a sell-on clause to sign Guehi, with the England international even starting his medical in London on September 1. However, the Eagles failed to secure a suitable replacement, with Brighton’s Igor Julio choosing a loan move to West Ham instead. Palace manager Oliver Glasner, determined to retain his talisman, reportedly threatened to resign if Guehi was sold without a replacement, pushing the board to pull the plug mere hours before the 7pm deadline day cut-off. Additionally, Palace were preparing for their first-ever European campaign in the Conference League, which heightened the stakes of retaining their captain.
The collapse left Liverpool disappointed but planning to return next summer when Guehi will be a free agent, as his Crystal Palace contract expires in June 2026. Guehi had been willing to make the move, and personal terms on a five-year contract were reportedly agreed.
“It’s a difficult decision,” Parish told . “It’s as simple as that these things are never black and white. I decided in the end that, based on the advice that I got and with what I think, that we would have a better season if we kept Marc.”
He added: “We don’t guess about these things. If you look at it rationally, if you look at what is worth the place in the Premier League, the fact that we’re in the Conference League for the first time in our history, this is a fairly unusual set of circumstances in which to keep a player. If we were fighting between the difference of 10th and 14th, if that was going to be the difference between keeping Marc and letting Marc go, then probably we would have said: ‘Right, we should take the money."
Prioritising Conference League and Premier League stability, Crystal Palace chose to retain leadership on the pitch rather than gamble on a last-minute replacement. The chairman's statements also show that the board considered long-term planning and squad cohesion critical in making such a significant decision in the dying embers of the transfer window.
Guehi tracked by Liverpool and other clubs
Guehi’s contract situation has put him in high demand even before next summer’s transfer window, with multiple elite clubs reportedly interested. Liverpool are expected to remain key contenders, particularly with uncertainty around Ibrahima Konate's contract, who will also become a free agent in 2026. Real Madrid, Barcelona, and Bayern Munich are all tracking Guehi as a potential free transfer target, giving them an advantage since they can open pre-contract negotiations from January 2026.
The centre-back’s importance at Selhurst Park was emphasised by the failed attempts to replace him, showing the scarcity of experienced defensive options on the market. Crystal Palace’s decision also demonstrates how managerial influence – Glasner’s opposition in this case – can directly impact transfer dealings. Despite the collapse, Guehi remains a highly-coveted defender, with his leadership and Premier League experience making him a priority for Europe’s top clubs.
Even with Liverpool having missed out this time, the Reds are highly likely to return next summer and will hope the chance to continue in the Premier League will convince the England international to move to Anfield. Meanwhile, foreign clubs have a potential edge, as Guehi can legally begin discussions with them mid-season. This situation sets up a high-stakes race for the 25-year-old centre-back, with implications for both domestic and continental competition.
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Getty ImagesGuehi crucial to Crystal Palace's 2025-26 ambitions
Crystal Palace will focus on navigating their first European campaign while ensuring Guehi remains fit and motivated. Liverpool are likely to monitor the player’s contract situation closely, aiming to secure him in the summer transfer window without paying a fee. Meanwhile, the broader European landscape, including Real Madrid, Barcelona, and Bayern Munich, will continue evaluating Guehi’s availability, preparing for the January 2026 pre-contract period that could reshape defensive plans across multiple top clubs.
The Eagles' board must also plan for future transfer windows, ensuring they have contingency options in case other key players attract late interest. Success in the Conference League and the Premier League will partially depend on keeping leadership stable, a decision now exemplified by retaining Guehi. The dramatic deadline day twist serves as a reminder of how quickly football plans can change, with both short-term results and long-term strategy influencing transfer choices.
Yashasvi Jaiswal made 75 off 47 balls to carry Rajasthan Royals (RR) to a total of 173 for 4 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the first game of IPL 2025 in Jaipur.Jaiswal was able to score so quickly on a slow pitch because he had shots all around the wicket and didn’t always look for the right ball to play them. His first boundary was a prime example of this when he turned a back of a length delivery into something else by charging at Bhuvneshwar Kumar. He made good of his match-up against spin – he averages 169.5 against it since IPL 2023 with a strike rate of 148 – because he was willing to indulge in shots like the reverse sweep and the lap sweep.Just before he was dismissed, Jaiswal played the shot of the day, a scoop off Josh Hazlewood even though the bowler went wide of off stump to deny the leg side to him. While all this was happening, the batters at the other end – try as they might – could only score 47 runs in 49 balls.Sanju Samson had a difficult return to a ground where he’s had a lot of recent success. Three of his last six innings in Jaipur have been half-centuries. This one though was a struggle. He was on 5 off 11 before falling for 15 off 19.RR’s lack of batting depth might be compelling them to be a little more cautious than ideal in T20 cricket and the innings was fizzling out.Dhruv Jurel was 2 off 8 but he rallied alongside Shimron Hetmyer and Nitish Rana to help his team score 47 runs in the last four overs to take them up to 173, which is just shy of the average first-innings score (180) at Sawai Mansingh stadium over the last two years in the IPL.RCB put in a good shift with the ball, only two of the six they used went at over nine an over. Krunal Pandya got through the day with a wicket and an economy rate of just 7.25.
Tottenham boss Thomas Frank has played a key role in helping to facilitate some Spurs transfer deals since his arrival in N17, with the Dane now believed to be a huge admirer of one player across the continent.
Thomas Frank "key" to Tottenham agreeing Xavi Simons deal
The Lilywhites’ statement summer signing was their £52 million move for playmaker Xavi Simons.
Tottenham hijacked Chelsea’s once-advanced move to sign the Dutchman on a potential seven-year contract which could be worth a grand total of £125 million (Paul O’Keefe) – putting their spectacularly failed deals for Eberechi Eze and Morgan Gibbs-White behind them.
Xavi Simons for RB Leipzig in the Bundesliga last season
Stats
Appearances
25
Minutes played
2,157
Goals
10
Assists
7
Bookings
5
Shots at goal per 90 minutes
2
Passing accuracy
82.9%
Average match rating
7.32
via WhoScored
Super agent Ali Barat, speaking to RMC Sport this week, revealed that Frank played a very major role in convincing the 22-year-old to join Tottenham over their London rivals.
Speaking after Tottenham’s surprise 2-0 win away to Man City, fellow summer signing Joao Palhinha, who’s enjoyed an impressive start to life back in London overall, also revealed that Frank “pushed” for him to make a Premier League return.
Now, according to reports from Spain, Frank has his eyes on yet another player.
Tottenham plan Morten Hjulmand bid amid Thomas Frank belief
As per one Spanish media source, that man is Sporting CP star Morten Hjulmand.
Morten Hjulmand for Sporting Lisbon
The Denmark international is currently in fine form for Rui Borges’ side, starting all five of their Primeira Liga matches so far this season and averaging a very impressive 92.9 per cent passing accuracy (WhoScored).
After becoming a star for the current Portuguese champions since his move there over two years ago, in a deal worth an initial £15.5 million, Hjulmand’s value has skyrocketed.
His contract includes a £68 million release clause, but Tottenham are planning to test the water with a £52 million bid for Hjulmand.
Frank apparently believes he could be a “key” signing for the club, and with Yves Bissouma very likely to leave in 2026, Hjulmand could come as the Mali international’s perfect replacement.
Sporting realise that the 26-year-old could be tempted by Spurs’ “irresistible” offer of an opportunity to play English football, and there is apparent concern that this season could be the midfielder’s last in Portugal.
On the pitch, the Hoops were ignominiously dumped out of Champions League qualifying by Kairat, ousted on penalties in Almaty after over three and a half hours of drab, goalless football, before the most dull Old Firm derby in history at Ibrox last Sunday.
Supporters would argue that this is the metaphorical chickens coming home to roost, concerned all summer long about the Celts’ lack of attacking quality, given that Kyōgo Furuhashi, Nicolas Kühn and Matt O’Riley have not been sufficiently replaced.
So, following protests at a charity match against Manchester United legends on Saturday, the club issued an official statement that did nothing to quell dissenting voices, with the names of no individuals attached to the rambling statement, taking no accountability or responsibility for a transfer window many believe to be the club’s worst in modern times.
Thus, Brendan Rodgers has been left massively short ahead of a Europa League campaign that begins against Crvena zvezda in Belgrade later this month, so how he must wish the Hoops hadn’t sold Celtic’s “god of goals” for just £4m.
Celtic's catastrophic striker situation
On deadline day, having failed to replace Kyōgo, who departed in January, Celtic sold their only remaining centre-forward Adam Idah to Swansea City for around £7m, representing a £2.5m loss on the Irishman in just 12 months, but they actually did well to recoup such a large amount, following an underwhelming campaign.
As reports of this sale emerged, supporters thought that the Celtic hierarchy must have a replacement lined up, or at least that’s what one would assume.
The Hoops number one target was Kasper Dolberg but, after haggling over the price, Anderlecht instead sold him to Ajax for a reported fee of €10m (around £8.7m), with the Denmark international re-joining the Amsterdam-based giants.
The window then duly slammed shut, and Celtic did not have a striker, meaning they had 24 hours to secure a free agent, if they were to be included in their UEFA squad.
Emmanuel Dennis and Patrick Bamford were among the underwhelming names mentioned, but they instead secured Kelechi Iheanacho, albeit only after Sevilla had terminated his contract to facilitate the move, emphasising how wanted he was in Southern Spain.
The Nigerian actually scored against Celtic for Manchester City back in December 2016, as the pair drew 1-1 in the Champions League.
Once highly rated, Iheanacho’s career has essentially fallen off a cliff in recent years, scoring just 26 goals across the last four seasons, having netted 19 times during the 2020/21 campaign prior to this decline.
So, how Celtic supporters must wish they still had the forgotten goal machine from the Postecoglou era.
Kelechi Iheanacho at Leicester.
Celtic's "god of goals"
Giorgos Giakoumakis was not at Celtic for a long time, but he certainly made his mark in Glasgow.
In just 57 appearances in hoops, the Greece international scored 26 goals, averaging a goal every 97 minutes, winning the Premiership golden boot during his only full season at Parkhead.
Former Celtic forward Giorgos Giakoumakis.
However, unable to secure a regular starting spot due to Kyōgo’s presence, imagine having depth like that now, he was sold to Atlanta United for around £4m in March 2023.
Since then, Giakoumakis has become something of a globe-trotter, leaving Atlanta after less than 18 months in MLS, sold to Cruz Azul for $10m (around £7.4m), albeit he did not live up to expectations in Mexico City, returning to his homeland this summer by signing for PAOK on loan.
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Well, he has made an immediate impact in Thessaloniki, on target off the bench during a 5-0 victory over HNK Rijeka last month, a victory at Toumba Stadium that secured PAOK’s place in the Europa League.
Following Giakoumakis’ arrival in Major League Soccer, Jaime Uribarri labelled him the “Greek God of goals”, while Tom Bogert simply noted that, wherever he goes, the striker “just scores goals”, a useful skillset for a centre-forward to possess.
So, let’s assess how his recent seasons compare to Celtic’s latest centre-forward Iheanacho.
2025/26
0
1
2024/25
4
9
2023/24
6
5
2022/23
8
28
2021/22
8
17
2020/21
19
29
Total
45
89
As the table documents, across the last five seasons, and the start of this one, Giakoumakis has scored almost twice as many goals as Iheanacho, who hasn’t reached double figures in a single campaign since lockdown when he was at Leicester.
More recently, the Nigerian international endured a miserable loan spell at Middlesbrough this time last year, before scoring just three goals for Sevilla, all of which came in the Copa del Rey, bagging a brace against fifth-tier Las Rozas, before also scoring against UE Olot of the fourth division, but bagging no goals in La Liga.
Having worked with him before, Rodgers will believe he can resurrect Iheanacho’s form and confidence, but this is certainly a gamble, while Giakoumakis guarantees goals, so what a difference the Greek striker would make to this current Celtic side.
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Sem perder há nove jogos na temporada, o Corinthians vai até Rosário, na Argentina, para o duelo decisivo contra o Newell’s Old Boys, pelas oitavas de final da Copa Sul-Americana. A partida de volta acontece nesta terça-feira (8), às 21h30, e o Timão tem vantagem de um gol pelo resultado construído na Neo Química Arena.
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تلقى نادي برشلونة أخبارًا سيئة للغاية قبل يومين من الكلاسيكو، حيث لم يتدرب جول كوندي ورافينها مع زملائهما صباح اليوم الجمعة قبل لقاء قمة الدوري الاسباني.
ونشرت صحيفة “آس” الإسبانية إن برشلونة لا يشعر بقلق كبير بشأن كوندي بعد أن قام بأداء التدريبات في صالة الألعاب الرياضية ولا يوجد أي خطر على مشاركته في مباراة الأحد في البرنابيو وسيتدرب بجانب زملائه غداً السبت.
وكان رافينها قد أنهى التدريبات يوم الخميس وهو يشعر بآلام لدرجة أجبرته على الغياب عن التدريبات في المدينة الرياضية اليوم الجمعة وغادر قبل نهاية التدريبات بتعبيرات وجه جدية للغاية.
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وبعد أن كان من المتوقع أن يشارك رافينها بديلاً في مباراة الكلاسيكو بعد غيابه لمدة شهر، فقد أصبح اللاعب مستبعدًا تماماً من مباراة الكلاسيكو.
وتثير حالة رافينها قلقًا واضطرابًا في النادي، في حالة أن عادت له إصابته في عضلة الفخد الخلفية في ساقه اليمنى فقد تمتد فترة غيابه لشهر آخر على الأقل حتى ما بعد فترة التوقف الدولي في نوفمبر.
وقد يغيب رافينها عن أربع مباريات أخرى وهي ريال مدريد وإلتشي وكلوب بروج وسيلتا فيجو، وهذا يعني أنه سيعود ضد أتلتيك بلباو يوم 22 نوفمبر.
Chelsea are expected to be active in the January transfer market after failing to tick off a few key transfer aims during the summer window.
Enzo Maresca’s side spent the majority of the summer reinforcing their attack as a key priority, with Liam Delap, Joao Pedro, Jamie Gittens, Alejandro Garnacho and Facundo Buonanonotte all coming in to bolster Chelsea’s forward options, while teenage Brazilian sensation Estevao also finally arrived after a previously agreed 2024 deal.
Joao Pedro
Noni Madueke
Jamie Gittens
João Félix
Jorrel Hato
Djordje Petrovic
Liam Delap
Lesley Ugochukwu
Dario Essugo
Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall
Mamadou Sarr
Renato Veiga
Estevao
Armando Broja
Kendry Paez
Carney Chukwuemeka
Alejandro Garnacho
Mathis Amougou
Basir Humphreys
Kepa Arrizabalaga
Marcus Bettinelli
Christopher Nkunku
Alfie Gilchrist
Lucas Bergstrom
Ben Chilwell
While they also signed Jorrel Hato from Ajax, the Dutchman is reportedly viewed as a left-back to cover Marc Cucurella — which is a position he starred in for the Eredivise side under Francesco Farioli last term.
Chelsea were in the market for a more natural central defender too, even before Levi Colwill’s ACL injury blow, having attempted to sign Dean Huijsen from Bournemouth prior to his Real Madrid move.
As per journalist Simon Phillips, Chelsea remained on the prowl for a centre-back long into the window, but couldn’t quite find the right profile.
Chelsea would like to sign Marc Guehi, but he's "dead set" on joining Liverpool
In a new Substack update, Phillips reaffirms this, whilst also sharing news on their links to Crystal Palace star and former Cobham academy ace Marc Guehi.
The 25-year-old, since leaving Stamford Bridge in 2021, has become an established Premier League star and England international. Elite clubs have the chance to sign him for free next summer when he leaves as a free agent, which comes as a very enticing prospect, with Liverpool, Man City, Real Madrid and Barcelona all eyeing a 2026 move for Guehi.
Chelsea are believed to be major fans of Guehi too, as per Phillips, but they’ve practically thrown the towel in already considering he’s “dead set” on joining Liverpool.
The Three Lions stalwart very nearly made the move to Anfield on summer deadline day, but Palace reportedly backed out of the deal at the last minute, despite authorising a medical and submitting a deal sheet.
Chelsea losing out on Marc Guehi would be a blow
Unless Guehi performs a U-turn in the coming months, it appears Maresca is set for an early 2026 summer transfer blow.
He has become one of the Premier League’s most dependable defenders at Selhurst Park, combining composure in possession with pace and strength in one-on-one duels. Chelsea’s back line has looked unsettled in recent seasons, with recurring injuries and inconsistency, and Guehi’s presence would have provided exactly the kind of stability Maresca’s backline has been lacking.
On top of that, Guehi is a homegrown player who knows the club inside out. Having risen through Chelsea’s academy, a return would have been seamless.
Alas, Chelsea may need to look elsewhere, as the “sensational” Guehi sets his sights on a move to Merseyside.