Manchester City Secure £20m Transfer of Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace, Bolstering Defense Significantly
Manchester City has successfully completed the signing of Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace for a fee of £20m ($27m). The England defender has committed to a long-term contract with City until 2031, aiming to fortify the team's defense amidst ongoing injury concerns. Find out more about this exciting transfer below.
Marc Guehi has officially signed for Manchester City after completing a £20m ($27m) move from Crystal Palace. The England defender has penned a contract with City until 2031 and immediately boosts the team's injury-ravaged defence, with Pep Guardiola's side having lost Josko Gvardiol for the rest of the season while also missing Ruben Dias and John Stones.City said in a statement: 'Manchester City is delighted to announce the signing of Marc Guéhi from Crystal Palace. The 25-year-old has signed a five-and-a-half-year deal that will keep him at the Etihad Stadium until the summer of 2031. An England international with 26 caps to his name, Guéhi began his career at Chelsea. After an impressive loan spell with Swansea City in the 2020-21 campaign - where he helped them reach the Championship play-off final - he signed for Crystal Palace. 'Following an exceptional summer at EURO 2024, where he was a stand-out player for England on their route to the final, he was named club captain for Oliver Glasner’s side ahead of the 2024-25 campaign. Guéhi’s first season as Palace captain saw him lead them to a major trophy and European football for the first time in their history after lifting the FA Cup against City last May. This success was followed by winning the FA Community Shield in August, beating Liverpool at Wembley Stadium. The defender has played 188 games and scored 11 goals for The Eagles.'Guehi told City's official website: "I am really happy and incredibly proud to be a Manchester City player. This move feels like the culmination of all the hard work I have put into my career. I am now at the best club in England and part of an unbelievable squad of players. It feels good to be able to say that. I want to grow as a player and a person, and I know at this club that’s going to happen. I love football – it has given me so much for so long – and to be able to continue my development at Manchester City is a really special moment for me and my family."I absolutely cannot wait to get started now. I want to meet my teammates, train hard, understand what the manager expects of me and then show the City fans what I can do."City's director of football Hugo Viana added: "It is clear Marc has been one of the best defenders in English football for quite some time now, so we are absolutely delighted to bring him to Manchester City. I feel we have signed a huge talent who will help us improve. He is only 25, but he has shown already he is a leader, a brilliant professional and someone desperate to improve. He is strong, has exceptional defensive qualities, is an intelligent reader of the game, and brings passion and energy every time he steps onto the pitch. I am so pleased it was us he chose to join. Marc is entering the prime years of his career. I am sure every City fan is excited to see how good he can be in a sky blue shirt."Add GOAL.com as a preferred source on Google to see more of our reportingGuehi came very close to joining Liverpool in the summer but now joins a City side who are still in the Premier League title race, trailing Arsenal by seven points.
Marc Guehi: From Palace Captain to City Newcomer
Marc Guehi, a 25-year-old England international with 26 caps, has made the switch from Crystal Palace to Manchester City in a high-profile move. Guehi's career trajectory has been nothing short of impressive, starting at Chelsea before gaining valuable experience on loan at Swansea City and ultimately becoming the captain of Palace, leading them to significant successes including winning the FA Cup and Community Shield.
City's Delight at Securing Defensive Gem
Manchester City's director of football, Hugo Viana, expressed his delight at welcoming Marc Guehi to the club, highlighting the defender's exceptional skills, leadership qualities, and unwavering commitment to improvement. With City still in the Premier League title race, Guehi's arrival is seen as a strategic move to strengthen the team's defense and enhance their chances of success in domestic and European competitions.
Guehi's Ambitions at Manchester City
In his statement, Marc Guehi shared his excitement and pride at joining Manchester City, emphasizing his desire to continue growing as a player and contributing to the team's achievements. With a strong focus on development and showcasing his abilities to the City fans, Guehi is looking forward to integrating into the squad, training diligently, and meeting the expectations set by manager Pep Guardiola.
A Shift in Transfer Plans: From Liverpool to City
Despite being close to joining Liverpool earlier, Marc Guehi's decision to move to Manchester City represents a significant shift in his career path. Joining a team still in contention for the Premier League title, Guehi's presence is expected to provide valuable defensive reinforcement and add depth to City's squad as they aim to challenge for top honors.
