Liverpool and Bayern Stunned as City Near Surprising Deal

City move for Guehi

Manchester City have moved decisively to secure a heavyweight winter deal, aiming to sign Marc Guehi, Crystal Palace's defender.

According to Florian Plettenberg, the Sky Sports Germany journalist, City are preparing to table an official bid for the English international.

The German reporter said the offer would be around 30 million pounds.

He added there is no issue with personal terms between City and Guehi, and the agreement between the clubs does not look likely to stall.

Guehi seems poised to move to the Citizens, having indicated his willingness to take the step.

Implications for rivals

City's late interest comes after Bayern Munich had already been in touch, despite earlier talks with the player.

Liverpool had chased Guehi last summer, but the deal collapsed at the final moment when coach Oliver Glasner resisted selling without a suitable replacement.

If this deal goes through, City fans might finally discover what a solid defense feels like.

If it falls apart, Klopp will ask "Guehi who?" and City fans will reply "Gue-hee, we almost had him!"