Sol Campbell Urges Arsenal to Beat Rivals to Marc Guehi Deal

Arsenal legend Sol Campbell backs Marc Guehi transfer as Gunners face competition from Manchester City and Liverpool.

Arsenal legend Sol Campbell has urged the club to move decisively for Marc Guehi, warning the Gunners not to lose ground to Premier League rivals in the January transfer window.

Speaking to Sky Bet, the former Arsenal captain identified the Crystal Palace defender as a standout option capable of strengthening Mikel Arteta’s squad during a critical stage of the title race.

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“Marc Guehi at Crystal Palace is a top player,” Campbell said.
“I know Liverpool are sniffing around him. That’s someone I would inquire about.”

Campbell, a central figure in Arsenal’s Invincibles side, believes the 25-year-old England international would be an ideal fit for Arteta’s system. He highlighted Guehi’s composure, leadership, and consistency as traits that translate perfectly to elite-level football.

Guehi has developed into one of the Premier League’s most reliable defenders since joining Palace from Chelsea in 2021. He has surpassed 100 appearances for the club, captained the side, and cemented his place in England’s national setup.

His performances at Euro 2024, where he partnered John Stones, further elevated his reputation and confirmed his readiness for a step up to a title-challenging side.

Contract Situation Sparks January Interest

Guehi is entering the final 18 months of his Crystal Palace contract, which expires at the end of the 2025–26 season. With no extension agreed, Palace could be forced to consider a January sale to protect his value.

Initial valuations hovered around £40 million, though reports suggest Palace may now accept closer to £35 million as interest intensifies.

Despite a minor injury earlier this campaign, Guehi has returned strongly and remains central to Palace’s defensive structure.

Arsenal already boast one of the Premier League’s strongest defensive records, anchored by the partnership of William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhães. Campbell even suggested the duo could go down as the club’s greatest if they win major honours together.

However, he stressed the importance of depth and continuity across a long, demanding season.

“They need to play together for a number of years and win things,” Campbell said.

Adding Guehi would provide elite rotation, injury cover, and long-term succession planning — without disrupting Arsenal’s defensive balance.

Competition from City and Liverpool Intensifies

Arsenal face serious competition for the Marc Guehi transfer.

Liverpool remain keen after failing to complete a late summer deal and see Guehi as a long-term successor to Virgil van Dijk. Manchester City, dealing with defensive injuries, have also accelerated their interest as Pep Guardiola looks to reinforce his back line.

Other European heavyweights, including Manchester United, Barcelona, and Bayern Munich, are monitoring the situation, increasing the pressure on Arsenal to act early.

Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner has publicly expressed confidence that Guehi will stay until the end of the season. However, reports suggest the defender is open to a move if the right offer arrives.

For Arsenal, following Campbell’s advice could deliver both a competitive edge and a powerful statement of intent in the title race. With Premier League experience, leadership qualities, and peak-age profile, Guehi represents a rare market opportunity.

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