Recently, the BBC analyzed the future of Crystal Palace defender Guy. They said that Liverpool really hopes to introduce him, but whether he can ensure the main position after joining will be a question he needs to consider.
Crystal Palace defender Gee's contract will officially enter the last 12 months on Tuesday, and his future has attracted widespread attention. As an England international, he is currently in a stage of uncertainty, and many teams have shown strong interest in the 24-year-old.
According to BBC Sports, Liverpool is one of the teams interested in him. However, whether a formal offer is made depends on several key factors. First, price is the key. Given that Guy can transfer freely next summer, Crystal Palace's valuation will be crucial.
Last year, Newcastle had quoted several times, the last time it was as high as £65 million, but was rejected. This summer, prices are expected to drop, but it is still unknown how much they drop. There are signs that Crystal Palace may be willing to accept offers between £40 and £45 million.
Liverpool have been more inclined to introduce young central defenders in recent years, such as last year they were interested in 20-year-old Colewell and 18-year-old Yoro. Therefore, it remains to be seen whether Liverpool will consider Guy's price reasonable. In addition, Liverpool is about to sell Kanssa to Leverkusen for up to £35m, which may make them more cautious on Guy's offer.
Even if Liverpool and Crystal Palace agree on transfer fees, Guy needs to consider his chances of playing at Anfield. Van Dijk and Connate performed well last season, helping Liverpool win the Premier League title. However, Konath's contract is only one year left, which makes Guy's joining more attractive.
For Guy, transferring to Liverpool not only means joining a top club, but also concerns his position in the national team. Especially in World Cup year, Guy needs to make sure he has enough playing time to consolidate his position in England.
If Guy feels he can only serve as a substitute at Liverpool, then this transfer may face obstacles. In addition to Liverpool, clubs such as Arsenal, Tottenham, Chelsea and Newcastle also expressed interest in Guy. However, the competition among these clubs at the centre-back position is equally fierce, making Liverpool one of the most attractive options.