Oliver Glasner Addresses Marc Guehi Deadline Day Drama Ahead of Liverpool Clash

Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner has spoken out for the first time about the tense situation surrounding defender Marc Guehi during the summer transfer deadline day, as his side prepares to face Liverpool in a crucial Premier League showdown.

Guehi, one of Palace’s standout performers in recent seasons, was at the center of intense transfer speculation right up until the window closed. The England international was strongly linked with a move away, with top clubs circling, but ultimately remained at Selhurst Park. Reports suggested that Liverpool, Manchester United, and Arsenal all monitored his availability, yet Palace stood firm, insisting on their valuation and refusing to buckle under late pressure.

Addressing the matter, Glasner admitted the drama could have been a distraction but praised Guehi’s professionalism throughout the saga. “In football, speculation is normal, especially when you have a player of Marc’s quality,” Glasner said in his pre-match press conference. “What impressed me most is how he stayed focused on training and supporting his teammates despite all the noise around him. He is a leader for us, and I am very happy he is still with the club.”

The Austrian manager also stressed the importance of moving past the transfer drama and focusing on the upcoming clash with Liverpool, a match that could define Palace’s momentum early in the campaign. With Guehi fit and available, Glasner believes his team can handle the attacking threat of Jürgen Klopp’s side. “Marc gives us stability and calmness at the back. Against a team like Liverpool, with their pace and creativity, you need defenders who can stay composed. Marc is exactly that kind of player,” he added.

For Guehi, the immediate challenge will be proving once again why he is one of the league’s most sought-after defenders. Palace fans, meanwhile, will be relieved that their star man is still donning the red and blue, at least for now.

As deadline day drama fades, the focus shifts squarely onto the pitch—where Guehi and Palace must now show that resilience against one of the Premier League’s fiercest opponents.