After Newcastle United, Manchester City show interest in Marc Guehi

Newcastle United couldn't complete the signing of Marc Guehi in this summer Transfer Window and now may face stiff competition from Premier League Giants and their rivals Manchester City for the Englishman.

Marc Guehi exiting Crystal Palace was the talk of the town this summer. New Castle was heavily linked with acquiring Guehi this summer as the Magpies placed four official bids for the 24-year-old centre-back, but the Eagles didn't change their stance on the asking price and rejected all the offers. Hence , the Magpies had to back off from signing the defender. 

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The Current Scenario

Marc Guehi's existing deal with Crystal Palace expires in the summer of 2026, and the club is aiming to present the 24-year-old with a new contract featuring a significant salary increase. Nevertheless, according to the Daily Mail, Guehi may not be interested in renewing his contract and might consider leaving the club as a free agent in 2026. Consequently, Manchester City is now monitoring the defender's situation and may seek to acquire him on a free transfer.

Crystal Palace Needs to Decide Soon

Crystal Palace is facing a decision regarding Marc Guehi's future at Selhurst Park. With the player showing little interest in extending his contract, the club has two options: to try and persuade him to stay or to consider selling him at a reduced price in the upcoming transfer windows.

Oliver Glasner's team might need to figure out a way to persuade the Chelsea academy graduate to sign a new deal with a big pay raise. If not, other teams like City might just wait a few years and snag him as a free agent. Guehi really caught the eye last season with the south London team, playing a total of 29 games across all competitions.

Marc Guehi is currently part of the England national team and is expected to be a key player in interim manager Lee Carsley's first two matches in charge of the team.

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