Marc Guéhi Credits Foden and Stones for Influencing Man City Decision
Marc Guéhi has shared that conversations with England teammates Phil Foden and John Stones played a crucial role in his decision to join Manchester City. Guéhi recently made headlines after his debut in a 2-0 victory against Wolves, following a £20 million ($27 million) transfer from Crystal Palace.
Influence of England Teammates
Before finalizing his move, Guéhi explored options with several clubs. However, talks with Foden and Stones leaned him towards Manchester City. In his own words, “I felt from conversations with some of the players here, that this was the place for me to improve and grow.” His discussions included exchanges with City’s manager, Pep Guardiola, and football director, Hugo Viana.
Strong Competition for Guéhi
The 25-year-old centre-back was a hot commodity in the transfer market. Notable clubs like Liverpool, Arsenal, Barcelona, and Bayern Munich expressed interest. Guéhi faced a crucial moment in the previous summer transfer window when a move to Liverpool nearly materialized.
- Date of transfer: Last week
- Transfer fee: £20 million ($27 million)
- Previous club: Crystal Palace
- Clubs interested: Liverpool, Arsenal, Barcelona, Bayern Munich
Near Miss with Liverpool
Guéhi recounted how close he was to joining Liverpool, stating, “The medical was pretty much done when it got pulled at the last minute.” Despite the setback, he maintained a positive outlook, expressing faith in a greater plan for his career. “What will be, will be. I just focus on the next opportunity,” he noted.
Looking Ahead
Now settled at Manchester City, Guéhi is eager to improve and contribute to the team’s success. He expressed confidence that this move is the right step in his development as a player.
