"A number of targets have been identified by the sporting department led by Deco, and one of the names on the Catalans' shortlist happens to be Marc Guehi. The 25-year-old England international is a player with a proven pedigree in the Premier League and will be available for free, given that his contract with Crystal Palace expires at the end of the season. As such, Guehi ticks most boxes for Barcelona, which is why they are keeping an eye on his situation."
"However, as it so happens, the Daily Mail reports that Manchester United are also keeping track of Guehi's situation as he enters the final phase of his contract. The Red Devils are on the lookout for defensive reinforcements for next summer, especially with not much progress made in renewal talks with Harry Maguire, whose deal runs out at the end of the season."
"Given Guehi's proven credentials and contract situation, Ruben Amorim's Manchester United are monitoring his situation. This adds a wrinkle to Barcelona's pursuit of the former Chelsea ace, especially given that they were already dealing with competition from other top clubs like Bayern Munich and Liverpool. The Blaugrana will need to bring in a new centre-back next summer, considering that there was no replacement was signed after they lost Inigo to Saudi Arabia."
FC Barcelona intend to sign a new centre-back in summer 2026 after failing to replace Inigo Martinez following his surprise departure. The sporting department led by Deco has identified several targets, including 25-year-old England international Marc Guehi, whose Crystal Palace contract expires at the end of the season, making him available on a free transfer. Manchester United are also monitoring Guehi amid stalled renewal talks with Harry Maguire. Competition also exists from Bayern Munich and Liverpool. Andreas Christensen's contract also expires, increasing Barcelona's need for defensive reinforcement and urgency to act.
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