"We know..." - Club chief speaks out on "good player" who's also being linked with Liverpool

"Barca chief Deco isn't giving too much away about his side's interest in Guehi, though, simply praising him as a good player whilst seeming to play down the links. Liverpool tried to sign the England international in the summer before a deal collapsed late on, but they're still interested, according to the Athletic, who add that Barcelona are also among his suitors. We have identified a lot of players [as potential options], he's a good player, Deco said of Guehi in an interview with SER Catalunya, as quoted by Football Espana. We know what we want, but we're not going to speak publicly about what they are. We're content to have a young squad, with players from La Masia, allows us to be more calm."

"Guehi clearly looks like he'd be an important addition for Liverpool right now as they have struggled defensively all season long. Marc Guehi in action for Palace vs Liverpool (Photo by Dan Istitene/Getty Images) Arne Slot's side have conceded a surprisingly high 20 goals in their first 13 league games of the season, and they also recently shipped four at home to PSV Eindhoven in the Champions League. Guehi would surely help LFC improve, with Virgil van Dijk not getting any younger, while a replacement may also soon be needed if Ibrahima Konate doesn't sign a new contract, with his current deal due to expire in the summer."

Liverpool and Barcelona are both linked with a potential move for Crystal Palace centre-back Marc Guehi. Barca sporting director Deco praised Guehi while downplaying public confirmation of interest and emphasised a preference for a young, La Masia-influenced squad. Liverpool attempted to sign Guehi in the summer before a late collapse and reportedly remain interested, while Barcelona are also named among suitors. Liverpool have conceded 20 league goals in 13 games and shipped four at home to PSV, highlighting defensive problems. Guehi would bolster Liverpool amid an ageing Virgil van Dijk and uncertain Ibrahima Konate contract, while Guehi reportedly prefers clubs competing for the Champions League.

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