Liverpool have been handed a further boost in their pursuit of Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi. The Premier League champions’ need for defensive reinforcements was highlighted once again on Sunday as they conceded twice against the Eagles in the Community Shield penalty shootout loss.

The England centre-back has one year remaining on his contract, putting Crystal Palace in a difficult position over the future of their captain

Crystal Palace are willing to sell England defender Marc Guehi in this transfer window if the price is right, co-owner Steve Parish has admitted.