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With Marc Guehi's current deal expiring in June 2026, Crystal Palace face a stark choice, either to cash in during the upcoming January transfer window or watch their star defender walk away on a free transfer. Reports claim that the 25-year-old England international has rejected a lucrative new contract offer, opting instead to seek a fresh challenge elsewhere. If these speculations come true, then it can mark the end of an era for Guehi, who is said to be the beating heart of Palace's defense since his £18 million move from Chelsea in the summer of 2021.
A recent revelation by Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner has reportedly sent shockwaves through Selhurst Park. He has confirmed that club captain Marc Guehi will leave the Eagles at the end of the season. Glasner broke the news ahead of Palace's Premier League clash with Tottenham Hotspur this weekend during a press conference. “They offered Marc a new contract, but he said, 'No, I want to make something different', and that's normal,” the Austrian boss reportedly explained. He further said, “It's how we can deal with this situation. What is the best way to get this next step done? And that's all about how we are talking together.”
Anchoring their backline, Marc Guehi featured in all 12 games of Crystal Palace this season
Since joining Crystal Palace in 2021 with 167 appearances to his name, Marc Guehi captained the side from the centre-back position. This season alone, he has featured in all 12 of Palace's matches across all competitions, anchoring a backline that has propelled Oliver Glasner's men to an impressive sixth place in the Premier League table, which is their highest standing at this stage since 2019. “Marc is a leader on and off the pitch,” Glasner reportedly added in the press conference. He also added, “We want him to stay, absolutely. But we respect his decision. Now, it's about finding the right path forward for everyone.”
Reports claiming Marc Guehi’s transfer have been coming up since Crystal Palace’s collapse against Liverpool in August 2025. Reports claim that the Anfield had agreed a club-record £35 million fee with Palace, and Guehi even passed a medical at their AXA Training Centre. With Guehi's stock claimed as higher than ever, Palace are reportedly poised to sell in January to avoid a Bosman repeat. Reports suggest the club values him at £50-60 million, a significant uplift from the summer fiasco, reflecting his World Cup pedigree and England status.
