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Florentino Pérez and Premier League | Camara Real Madrid Confidencial
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Florentino Gives the OK to the Departure of This Top Center-Back, He Will Play for a Premier League Giant

Marc Guéhi, central defender for Crystal Palace, was on Real Madrid's agenda but will be signed by a major English club

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Alex Moreno

Marc Guéhi, Crystal Palace's center-back, was on Real Madrid's agenda. However, Florentino Pérez has decided not to enter the bidding for his signing.

The 23-year-old defender is one of the most sought-after pieces in the market. Several English clubs have shown interest. Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Manchester United are fighting to secure his services.

Real Madrid, which was considering his possible addition, has opted to step aside. The priority remains to strengthen other positions.

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Guéhi with Crystal Palace this season | Real Madrid Confidencial

Fierce Competition in England

Chelsea, the club where he was trained, is open to his return. Liverpool and Arsenal also consider him key to strengthening their defenses. Manchester United, in the midst of restructuring, also wants to sign him.

The competition has increased his transfer cost. It is estimated that Palace will ask for about 60 million euros for his departure.

The white club remains alert to the market. Jonathan Tah and Dean Huijsen remain on the sports management's radar. Guéhi, although liked, is not a priority.

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Huijsen with Bournemouth | Real Madrid Confidencial

Florentino Pérez's decision allows Madrid to focus on other reinforcements. With the defense covered, the attention will be on long-term signings.

Guéhi, Close to Deciding His Future

The center-back will soon make a decision. The Premier is his most likely destination. His performance and youth make him a safe bet.

Madrid, for now, watches from a distance. Their interest hasn't materialized into an offer. The operation, all indications are, will be closed among English clubs.

Florentino has already given the green light. Guéhi's future will be far from Bernabéu and in a Premier giant.

Despite being off Madrid's radar, the market remains active. English clubs will bid strongly for Guéhi. His transfer could be one of the most important moves of the summer.

Real Madrid, meanwhile, continues its roadmap. Without haste, but with an eye on the future.

The decision is made. Guéhi will play in the Premier, but not at Real Madrid.

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