Barcelona step up efforts to beat Liverpool to Marc Guéhi Signing

FC Barcelona are intensifying their pursuit of England defender of Ivorian descent Marc Guéhi as they look to outpace Liverpool in the race for his signature.

According to transfer expert Ekrem Konur, the Catalan club are working to secure a pre-contract agreement with the Crystal Palace centre-back as early as January, with the goal of bringing him to Camp Nou on a free transfer next summer.

Barcelona’s push for defensive reinforcements has grown more urgent following uncertainty surrounding Ronald Araújo’s future.

The Uruguayan has taken an indefinite break to focus on his mental health after heavy criticism for his red card against Chelsea, a development that has cast doubt over his long-term stay at the club. Reports now suggest that Barcelona could consider selling him despite his existing contract.

With Guéhi set to leave Selhurst Park at the end of the season, interest in the highly rated defender is strong across Europe.

He has emerged as one of the most sought-after free agents on the upcoming market, attracting attention from Real Madrid, Atlético Madrid, Bayern Munich, Liverpool, Inter Milan and Juventus.

Barcelona, however, appear determined to move quickly and put themselves ahead in the competition for his signature.