English-Ivorian defender Marc Guehi emerges as Manchester City’s top target

England international of Ivory Coast descent Marc Guehi has emerged as a priority target for Premier League giants Manchester City for next summer window.

Guehi, who is the captain of Crystal Palace came close to joining Liverpool on summer transfer deadline day, but the deal fell through. The rock-solid defender is expected to be at a transfer bidding war next summer, with his current contract expiring in June 2026.

According to reports, the 25-year-old English centre-back has been singled out by Manchester City’s coaching staff as their primary transfer target for the summer window.

Manager Pep Guardiola admires the defender and has personally requested for his signing, considering him the perfect long-term reinforcement for the defence.

The Citizens intends to hijack Liverpool’s move for the defender by pulling off a major transfer coup with stellar move for Guehi

Guehi joined Crystal Palace from Chelsea for €24 million in 2021. Over the years, he has become a true leader for Palace, making 180 appearances for the club, scoring 10 goals and providing 8 assists.

This season, Guehi has featured in 25 matches for Crystal Palace, netting 2 goal and providing 4 assists.