Newcastle United had an underwhelming summer transfer window when it initially looked like they would make a number of additions to their squad.
The Magpies brought in players in their defense and in the goalkeeping position, but failed to add much-needed depth to their squad after last season’s injury crisis.
They have failed in their attempts to sign Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi and if they plan to target him in the future, they will find it more difficult to sign the English defender.
According to the Daily MailManchester City have entered the race to sign the centre-back, who was one of England’s best players at Euro 2024 this summer.
Pep Guardiola’s side are monitoring the former Chelsea defender and the Magpies could face competition from the Premier League champions to sign the talented defender.
Eddie Howe’s side were so desperate to sign Guehi that they submitted four bids for the centre-back, but all were rejected by the south Londoners.
The Magpies eventually conceded defeat in their quest to sign the defender but are expected to come back for him in the future as the player was also keen to join them this summer.
However, Man City could have other ideas, which could point to a move for the Palace defender in two years’ time when his contract expires at Selhurst Park.
Guehi’s contract at the club expires in 2026 and the defender has no intention of signing a new deal.
Newcastle will face competition from Man City for Marc Guehi
His availability as a free agent is likely to attract Man City, who are keen to bring the defender to the Etihad Stadium.
The defender’s decision not to sign a new contract at the club has put Palace in a difficult position.
Either they will have to convince the defender to extend his contract or sell him for a reduced price in January 2025 or next summer.
Palace’s stubbornness to sell the defender this summer could prove costly for them and Man City are ready to take advantage of the situation.
