Coming on the heels of signing midfielder Antoine Semenyo, Manchester City have reached an agreement to sign Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi, with the Premier League champions closing in on the England international after a deal was struck on Friday.
According to renowned transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Palace have accepted City’s official proposal, with the total fee understood to be in the region of £20 million. The player has also given his approval to the move, clearing the final hurdle for the transfer to be completed.
“Marc Guehi to Manchester City, here we go,” Romano wrote, confirming that all parties are now aligned on the transfer. He added that the agreement is an exclusive story, now fully confirmed.
Guehi is expected to bolster Pep Guardiola’s defensive options as City continue to strengthen ahead of the new season, with the formal announcement anticipated in the coming days.