Newcastle United are lining up a move for Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi in the January transfer window, eyeing the England international as a solution to their growing defensive concerns.
As reported by Daily Mirror (via WeArePalace)the Magpies are confident they can sign the England international for £30m, a significant reduction in their valuation over the summer.
Newcastle believe they can sign Marc Guehi on the cheap
The Magpies made several bids to sign him last summer, going so far as to offer close to £65m, but Palace rejected all bids as they valued him at close to £70m. Finally, the deal did not materialize and Guehi ended up staying at the club.
But with Guehi nearing the final 18 months of his contract at Selhurst Park and reportedly reluctant to extend his stay, Newcastle see this as a golden opportunity to strike a deal.
Club director Paul Mitchell is reported to be personally interested in securing the defender’s services and the club are he will almost certainly make a move in January.
Guehi has established himself as a key part of the Crystal Palace defense and a reliable option for the England squad.
Since arriving from Chelsea in 2021 for a fee of €23.34 million, the 24-year-old has consistently put in impressive performances.
Known for his ability to combine defensive stability with attacking contributions, he has already scored twice this season, highlighting his overall impact on the pitch.
Newcastle’s need to strengthen the defence
Now, with long-term injuries to key defenders Jamaal Lascelles and Sven Botman significantly limiting Eddie Howe’s options, the Magpies are prioritizing reinforcements at the back.
Guehi’s extensive experience, including 109 Premier League appearances and 22 internationals for England, makes him an attractive target who could integrate seamlessly into the squad.
Adding Guehi to the squad would not only address Newcastle’s immediate defensive gaps, but also align with the club’s wider ambitions of sustained success.
His remarkable consistency, starting every Premier League game for Palace this season, has made him a hotly sought after player with a number of clubs interested in securing his services, including Liverpool and Tottenham.
However, the Magpies remain among the favorites to sign him. While negotiations with Palace may present challenges, Newcastle are optimistic that Guehi’s contract situation and their urgent need for defensive depth will lead to a favorable outcome.
