Bayern Munich appear to be leading the race to sign Marc Guehi, with the German giants reportedly ahead of several Premier League clubs in the pursuit of the Crystal Palace captain.

According to Christian Falk, one of Guehi’s representatives, Gordon Stipic, was recently spotted in Munich for discussions, a development that suggests negotiations are progressing behind the scenes.

Bayern’s interest has been described as serious, with sporting director Christoph Freund playing a pivotal role in pushing for the transfer.

Liverpool are interested in a move for Guehi and even tried to sign him in the summer this year but Palace held firm and stopped the defender from joining the Premier League side.

Liverpool still hold interest in signing Marc Guehi

Arne Slot’s side remain interested in the centre-back but the addition of Bayern Munich in the race to sign him may change the situation now.

The Bavarian club’s advantage over English competitors stems from two key factors, existing personal connections within the football network and Bayern’s clearly defined long-term recruitment plan.

Freund, who has become the right-hand man of sporting chief Max Eberl, is leveraging his close relationship with Oliver Glasner, a former colleague from their shared time within the Red Bull football structure.

Both men have...