Liverpool Looks like it's headed towards Premier League The title at this moment in time, however Arnie slotThe Reds will want to guard against any complacency seeping into what could be an exciting 2025.
Of course, it's hard not to be upset if you're a fan of the Anfield giants currently, especially when you consider that the Dutchman has led his side to just one defeat all season from 18 meetings to finish top of the table. Pile on the mammoth 45 points.
However, January could see the former Feyenoord coach add some extra numbers to his ultra-confident squad in the hope that some fresh blood can propel his top-flight side to an incredible victory in the top flight.
Liverpool are preparing to make a move for the 'exciting' defender.
According to reports from SpainLiverpool are allegedly preparing a huge move for the Crystal Palace star Mark Guehi Next January to enhance their defense options.
Unfortunately for the Reds, the centre-backs are not in short supply at this moment in time, with Joe Gomez limping off injured against West Ham United last time out, along with… Ibrahima Konate Stay on the sidelines.
So, a big financial move for the Eagles captain is now said to be in the offing, with a £65million bid said to be heading to Palace soon.
With a future Virgil van Dijk Also up in the air due to the expiration of his contract, it is important that Liverpool start looking for more bodies at centre-back, with Guehi looking to be the go-to man once again. Linked with a move to Merseyside in August.
He could be ready for this step up in quality, having once been labeled as “arousing” By Palace boss Steve Parish, in addition to the many similarities between him and Reds giant Konate.
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What can Guehi offer to Liverpool?
England centre-back Guehi deserves all the praise that has come his way since his move to south London, with his entire Palace appearance now spanning 133 matches.
From those encounters, Guehi showed his ability to be a reliable scorer when coming from the back Seven goals next to his name, along with also being a brute force in the air Won 5.5 duels On average this season in the Premier League.
The 24-year-old has a very commanding presence with his composure on the ball another standout trait from his range, which is on display in the clip above and in his photo. 44.2 accurate passes Average per game in the top flight during this campaign so far.
The same goes for Konate for Slot Men when he is in top form, and the pair could form an influential partnership if a move for Guehi is made in January.
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Guehi over the last year against Konate |
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Statistics – per 90 minutes |
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Attempted passes |
53.99 |
69.92 |
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Success completion rate |
83.9% |
88.7% |
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Progressive passes |
4.43 |
3.93 |
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Holds progressivism |
0.56 |
0.67 |
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Snapshot creation procedures |
1.16 |
0.89 |
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He treats |
1.58 |
1.48 |
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Blocks |
1.54 |
1.00 |
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Approvals |
4.43 |
3.82 |
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Antennas won |
2.38 |
3.30 |
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Statistics by FBref |
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They are said to be similar players according to FBRefIt's clear to see where the similarities lie but Guehi actually excels in different aspects of his game compared to the Frenchman, with more tackles and clearances recorded over the past year on average, as well as being a competent passer from the back.
Although it will obviously be disappointing to lose Van Dijk, Liverpool fans will certainly feel less sad about the departure of their star defender if a big move for Guehi materialises.
The move will cost Slot's men a significant sum, but it could be a worthwhile investment in bolstering Liverpool's defensive options ahead of a tense title race.
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