Chelsea are making good progress under Enzo Maresca, and if they qualify for the UEFA Champions League next season, they will want to make significant signings in the summer to compete in all tournaments. The Blues might be looking to part ways with Axel Disasi and Benoit Badiashile. Hence, they might be interested in signing a center-back in the summer.
Chelsea have been linked with making a move for their former player, Marc Guehi, for quite some time. Now, Graeme Bailey on TBR Football has reported that Crystal Palace might be ready to sell the defender for £40 million in the summer, after rejecting a bid of £70 million in the winter transfer window.
Chelsea Are Ready To Pay £40 Million Demanded For Marc Guehi
The player has been in stunning form since he signed for Palace in the summer of 2021 from Chelsea. His consistent performances in the Premier League have attracted the attention of clubs like Chelsea, Liverpool, and Newcastle United. The Blues are ready to match the £40 million price tag that Palace are demanding.
If we talk about his stats, Guehi has conceded 41 goals and kept 10 clean sheets in 32 matches in the Premier League 2024/2025 season. That means when the center-back is on the pitch, his team concedes a goal every 70 minutes. Moreover, he has made 1.69 tackles and 0.88 interceptions for every 90 minutes he was on the pitch. Guehi is also racking up about 4.50 clearances at the same time.
Will he be a good signing?
At 24, he has developed into a complete modern center-back. Calm on the ball and athletic off it, he possesses strong Premier League experience with sharp passing and leadership qualities. With top-tier interception stats, aerial strength, and tactical intelligence, Guehi looks tailor-made for any club aiming for success.
Bringing Marc Guehi back for £40M is a smart move by Chelsea. He knows the club, has proven himself at Premier League level, and adds much-needed leadership and stability. At 24, Guehi will fit Maresca’s system perfectly and strengthen both the starting XI and squad depth — all at a fair price.
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