Marc Guehi’s anticipated £20 million transfer from Crystal Palace to Manchester City is on the verge of finalization, with the England international slated for a medical examination on Sunday.

The 25-year-old defender has already reached an agreement on personal terms with the reigning Premier League champions. City expedited negotiations to bolster their defensive lineup following injuries to Josko Gvardiol and Ruben Dias.

City move gathers momentum

Manchester City began engaging with Guehi earlier this month, taking advantage of his contract situation at Selhurst Park.

The Crystal Palace captain was approaching free agency this summer and had been previously linked to a possible move to Liverpool, with several European clubs expressing interest in his availability.

This transfer is a calculated move for Pep Guardiola’s squad, who are seeking to enhance their defensive dependability and leadership during a taxing season.

Palace exit and career snapshot

Guehi recently captained Crystal Palace to the first major trophy in the club’s history, lifting the FA Cup after a landmark victory over Manchester City at Wembley.

A product of Chelsea’s academy, the centre-back has made 188 appearances for Palace since arriving from Swansea in 2020, including 33 outings this season during the club’s first-ever Europa Conference League campaign.

Wider implications

The transfer is understood to have played a role in Palace manager Oliver Glasner’s decision to confirm his departure at the end of the season, signalling a period of transition for the South London club.

City, meanwhile, continue to act decisively in the market, having already secured the £62.5 million signing of Antoine Semenyo from Bournemouth earlier this month.