Manchester United have entered the race to sign Crystal Palace’s England international defender Marc Guehi, according to TBR Football, joining a growing list of top European clubs eager to land the highly sought-after centre-back when his contract expires at the end of the season.

Guehi, 25, has reportedly made the decision not to renew his deal with Palace, opening the door for one of the most competitive free-agent battles in recent memory.

His contract situation means that, come the summer, the composed and intelligent defender will be available on a free transfer, attracting attention from nearly every major club in England and several of Europe’s elite.

Marc Guehi was close to joining Liverpool in the summer

The England international came close to joining Liverpool in the summer transfer window. He even had a medical ahead of a potential move to Anfield but Palace pulled the plug in the final moments and the defender ended up staying at Selhurst Park.

The Merseyside club still remain interested in the centre-back. Clubs including Chelsea, Manchester City, Tottenham, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich have all expressed serious interest in recent months.

Now, Man United, who are actively seeking long-term defensive reinforcements, have joined the pursuit.

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