BAYERN PLOT PREMIER LEAGUE RAID FOR PALACE STANDOUT, TALKS BEGIN
Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi is set for a 2025 exit after rejecting a new contract. Bayern Munich have met with his agents, with Liverpool & Real Madrid also interested. Manager Oliver Glasner's future is also in doubt.
Marc Guehi is expected to leave Crystal Palace come the end of his contract in the summer - COURTESY/PHOTO
According to reports, representatives of Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi have met with Bayern Munich to discuss a possible transfer.
In the summer, the 25-year-old Eagles captain was on the verge of leaving the team to sign with Liverpool, but chairman Steve Parish abruptly called off a deal.
Since then, there have been a lot of rumours that Guehi would be leaving, and this week, Oliver Glasner confirmed that the England international has no plans to sign a new contract that would keep him with the team into next summer.
With Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich reportedly at the top of the list of clubs hoping to buy him, the Palace star will thus have the freedom to negotiate a move away from the team in January.
Florian Plettenberg, a local journalist, claims that Guehi's agent met with representatives of the German powerhouses this week to talk about a possible transfer.
In addition to losing Dayot Upemecano and Kim Min-Jae, Bayern is rumoured to be seeking a centre-half. Nico Schlotterbeck of Borussia Dortmund is another player on their radar.
When Marc Guehi's contract expires in the summer, it is anticipated that he will depart Crystal Palace.
It is said that this week, his representatives met with Bayern Munich to discuss a possible transfer.
However, Real Madrid and Liverpool will probably put up a fierce fight for Guehi's services. Given their recent defensive struggles, Arne Slot's Reds may even try to sign the centre-back in January.
Earlier this week, Palace manager Glasner discussed his captain's future, saying, "The club wanted [him to stay]." Marc was presented with a new contract. "No, I want to make something different," he responded. And that is typical.
And how can we handle this scenario, in our opinion? [How] may this next stage be completed most effectively? And that is all about the way we communicate.
Following the departure of talisman Eberechi Eze to Arsenal, the Eagles may potentially lose Glasner himself in the summer, which would be devastating for fans.
Given his revolutionary impact on his team and the fact that he has not extended his current contract, there will be numerous clubs interested in the Austrian when his contract expires at the end of the current campaign.
The manager, who recently led Crystal Palace to a club-record 19-match winning streak, stated, "It is all about being successful, and I want to be as successful as possible with my players for Crystal Palace." "I will provide this every day."
It is not just Oliver Glasner's opinions; the chairman, every employee, and the owners are all involved. The stadium's capacity is being increased. The club wants to build a new stand, and thus it has been a project for years. It is critical to increase revenue. The PSR regulations are getting more stringent.
Building the academy and luring other players to Crystal Palace was the first step. To go on to the next phase, we must perform more than one item. We must take the proper actions in each sector if we wish to improve as a club in a way that lasts.
Last week, Oliver Glasner acknowledged that Guehi has no plans to sign a new contract at Selhurst Park.
I continue to believe that our media section is insufficient for four international football competitions.
It is a full schedule. It is not just me; it is the players, the organisation, the meeting rooms, and the fact that we have to do our press conferences at the academy for the international games, since the first team training ground's facilities do not match UEFA's standards.
After yet another successful season debut, Palace now sits ninth in the Premier League.
This evening, they will play Larnaca in the Europa Conference League at Selhurst Park.
DISCIPLINARY BLOW: MADRID PLAYER SUSPENDED POST EL CLáSICO TUSSLE
Real Madrid's backup keeper Andriy Lunin has been handed a one-game suspension by the RFEF for his aggressive conduct on the bench during the heated final moments of El Clásico. Real Madrid's appeal was rejected.
El Clásico Scuffle - Photo Credit Getty Images
Los Blancos' goalie Andriy Lunin has been suspended for one game by the RFEF Disciplinary Committee for his involvement in the sideline dramas during the El Clásico's final moments. Although the cameras did not catch it, referee Soto Grado did record that he had sent the Ukrainian off.
According to Mundo Deportivo, the RFEF responded as follows when asked why Lunin received a red card.
The reason for Lunin, Andrii's expulsion in the 90th minute was that he had to be restrained by his teammates after he walked aggressively from his bench to the blonde bench.
The disciplinary committee of the RFEF
"When considered significant, those whose behaviour violates sporting order will be suspended for four to ten games or fined between 602 and 3,006 euros."
Because of Lunin's actions, which constituted a minor violation of the sporting order, he was suspended for one game. The ruling had been challenged by Real Madrid. However, the RFEF stayed steadfast, defending the referee's ruling and the evidence in the match report and on film.
Now, the backup goalie will not play against Valencia this weekend, where he is probably going to be benched. Fran Gonzalez and Sunico, both from the youth team, might be called up as the matchday squad's third choice, with Sergio Mestre serving as a backup.
No Barcelona players or any other Real Madrid players were slapped with bans following the two flash moments in the closing stages of the game. When Vinicius Jr. and Lamie Yamal argued, even players who were not on the team were spotted shoving on the side of the field. The RFEF, however, determined that nothing that came to pass would justify further prohibitions.
ARSENAL STAR DROPS CONFIDENT TITLE HINT AFTER STRONG OPENING
Arsenal star Bukayo Saka is targeting a historic Premier League and World Cup double with England this season. The winger believes it's a "doable" feat as the Gunners lead the title race.
Bukayo Saka - (Image: David Price/Arsenal FC)
According to Bukayo Saka, it is feasible for Arsenal and England to win both games this season. The season has started well for the Gunners under Mikel Arteta's leadership.
Arsenal leads the Premier League standings by four points at the moment and is starting to look like a title contender. Manchester City is only one point ahead of defending champions Liverpool, who are seven points behind.
Saka, however, is not only interested in winning at his club; he also hopes to succeed internationally. Manager Thomas Tuchel has stated that winning the trophy is his ambition for England, who have qualified for the World Cup in the USA next year.
Saka is optimistic about his club's and his nation's chances of winning. "Yeah, that is my prayer," he remarked in an interview with Sky Sports. It is possible, of course.