The future of Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi has become increasingly uncertain as Liverpool intensifies its pursuit of the defender. With the transfer deadline looming, Crystal Palace are making moves that could pave the way for Guehi's departure, while manager Oliver Glasner insists on keeping the player if the club wants to have a successful season.

Liverpool's interest in Guehi is well-documented, and they have already made an improved bid worth £35 million for the player. Crystal Palace are reportedly willing to accept £35 million plus £5 million in add-ons, but only if they can find a suitable replacement. To that end, Palace are close to finalizing a loan deal for Brighton defender Igor Julio and are also considering a move for Chelsea's Axel Disasi. Palace are also set to sign 19-year-old defender Jaydee Canvot from Toulouse. The addition of defensive reinforcements suggests that Palace are preparing for the possibility of Guehi's exit.

Oliver Glasner has repeatedly emphasized the importance of keeping Guehi, stating that the club "have to keep Marc if we want to play a successful season". After Palace's 3-0 win over Aston Villa, Glasner reiterated that the decision to sell Guehi rests with the club's chairman and that he will only agree to the sale if a suitable replacement is found. He stressed that finding a replacement who can immediately perform in the Premier League within one day is impossible. Despite Glasner's desire to keep Guehi, Palace chairman Steve Parish is open to offers for the defender, as he has entered the final year of his contract. Parish does not want to risk losing him for free in 2026.

Guehi himself has acknowledged the speculation surrounding his future but remains focused on his performance. He stated that he is happy at Crystal Palace and that concentrating on football makes it easier to deal with the constant attention.

Crystal Palace are also looking to strengthen their attack, with interest in Christantus Uche from Getafe and a potential loan move for Conor Gallagher. However, Atletico Madrid would reportedly prefer to sell Gallagher for between £35m and £40m rather than loan him.

The next few hours will be crucial in determining whether Marc Guehi will remain at Crystal Palace or make a move to Liverpool. Crystal Palace's activity in the transfer market suggests they are preparing for either scenario, but Oliver Glasner's strong desire to keep Guehi could play a significant role in the final decision.