Manchester United and Liverpool's hopes of signing Marc Guehi have been dashed.

Defender Marc Guehi has made it clear to his agent that he is determined to move to Real Madrid next summer, after his move to Liverpool fell through at the last minute.

This is a major blow to Liverpool, as they are facing the prospect of losing Ibrahima Konate on a free transfer next summer.

Reportedly, the £35 million deal for Marc Guehi to Liverpool fell through on the final day of the 2025 summer transfer window because Crystal Palace could not find a suitable replacement.

Guehi wants to join Real Madrid - Photo: SunSport

Although the reigning Premier League champions hope the deal can be revived early next year, when Guehi's contract is about to expire, that plan is facing many obstacles.

Real Madrid are ready to negotiate directly with the 25-year-old English center-back. In addition, both Manchester United and Chelsea have approached Guehi, interested in signing him on a free transfer.

This puts Marc Guehi in an advantageous position. With no transfer fee to pay next summer, clubs outside England, such as Real Madrid, can freely negotiate a pre-contract agreement in January.

SunSport further revealed that Guehi also holds an Ivorian passport, so he could join Real Madrid as a Spanish citizen.

Marc Guehi's Ivorian passport was issued through his father, falling under the provisions of the Cotonou Agreement. This agreement allows players of African nationality to be considered Spanish citizens.

Sources close to Guehi say his top priority is a move to Real Madrid. Therefore, he will reject any offers from Liverpool, Manchester United, or Chelsea.

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