Marc Guehi is reportedly setting his sights on a future move to Spain, despite growing interest from several Premier League clubs.
The Crystal Palace centre-back is said to favour a transfer to La Liga in 2026, with Real Madrid and Barcelona at the top of his wish list.
The England international, who has become a key figure in the heart of Palace’s defence, is attracting attention from elite European sides after a string of impressive performances in the Premier League.
Chelsea, his former club, and Newcastle United are among those keen on securing his signature.
However, according to The Sun, Guehi has his ambitions firmly set on representing one of Spain’s two most iconic clubs.
A product of Chelsea’s academy system, Guehi left Stamford Bridge in search of regular first-team football and has since flourished at Selhurst Park.
His rise has been steady and consistent, with the 24-year-old now widely regarded as one of the league’s most reliable and technically sound defenders.
That development has not gone unnoticed, with top clubs beginning to circle ahead of potential summer transfer windows.
Despite the mounting interest, Guehi is not expected to force an exit from Crystal Palace. Sources close to the player suggest he is open to extending his contract with the South London club as a way to maintain stability while preparing for his long-term goal.
A move to Spain in 2026 is reportedly the timeline he is targeting, allowing him to continue his development in the Premier League before making a calculated step onto the European stage.
Chelsea, who have been criticised in hindsight for allowing Guehi to leave prematurely, are said to be monitoring the situation closely.
A return to Stamford Bridge would represent something of a homecoming for the defender, but the club is also actively pursuing other defensive targets.
According to Sky Sports, Everton’s Jarrad Branthwaite and Ajax’s Jorrel Hato are both being considered as alternatives.
Newcastle United, also in the frame, may face a similar disappointment should Guehi hold firm on his Spanish ambitions.
The Magpies are keen to bolster their defensive ranks ahead of next season but could see their efforts thwarted if Guehi remains committed to his preferred destination.
The question now is whether either Real Madrid or Barcelona will formalise their interest in the coming years.
Real Madrid’s recent acquisition of Bournemouth’s Dean Huijsen may temporarily ease their search for defensive reinforcements, potentially delaying any immediate move for Guehi.
Barcelona, too, have several young defenders emerging, but Guehi’s name remains on the radar.
For now, Guehi remains a Palace player with a clear long-term goal. Whether or not one of Spain’s top two clubs comes calling, his career trajectory continues on an upward curve — and his ambition to join the ranks of the few English players to succeed in La Liga may yet become reality.
