Newcastle United have submitted a bid worth around £65 million for Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi. Palace are now considering the offer. The move comes as Newcastle look to strengthen their back line in the January window. Guehi has been a key target for the club for some time.
Guehi is 25 years old. He plays as a centre-back for Palace and England. He joined Palace from Chelsea in 2021 for about £18 million. Since then he has made over 150 appearances.
He captained the team often last season. His calm style and reading of the game stand out. He helped England reach the Euro 2024 final. Scouts rate him highly for his passing and leadership.
Newcastle need defenders. Injuries hit hard this season. Sven Botman missed months with a knee problem. Fabian Schär and Jamaal Lascelles also spent time out. The team sits mid-table in the Premier League.
Manager Eddie Howe wants more depth to push for Europe again. Guehi fits the profile. He can play right away and grow with the squad.
The bid sits at £65 million. That includes add-ons based on performance. Palace paid much less for him. They see him as a big asset. Chairman Steve Parish has said before that top players cost big money to leave.
Last summer Newcastle bid several times for Guehi. The highest reached £60 million plus add-ons. Palace held firm. They wanted over £70 million then.
This new offer gets closer to their asking price. Palace must decide soon. The window closes end of January. Selling now brings cash to reinvest. They could look for replacements. Keeping Guehi helps their own push for a top-half finish. They play good football under Oliver Glasner.
Guehi has not spoken publicly about the interest. He focuses on games for Palace. His contract runs until 2028 with an option for one more year. That gives Palace strength in talks. But a big fee could tempt them. England duty adds value too. He starts regularly for the national team.
Newcastle fans seem excited online. Posts talk about pairing him with Botman. Many say it would make the defence solid. Some worry about the cost under profit rules. The club sold players last year to balance books. This bid shows ambition again.
Palace supporters have mixed feelings. Guehi is a favourite. Losing him mid-season hurts. But the money could rebuild other areas. Midfield and attack need options.
No deal yet. Palace considered the bid carefully. More talks could follow. Newcastle might raise it if needed. Other clubs watched Guehi before. But Newcastle lead now.
This story adds to January buzz. Big transfers shape seasons. Guehi could make a difference at St James’ Park. Fans wait for updates. The next days will show if it happens.
Guehi grew up in London. He came through Chelsea’s academy. Loans built him up. Palace gave him regular football. Now a move north could be next.
