The future of English defender Marc Guehi, a player for Crystal Palace, has taken a new turn, as reports confirm that the player has made up his mind to join Real Madrid following the collapse of his transfer to Liverpool in the final hours of the last summer transfer window, according to what was revealed by the "The Mirror" newspaper.

Guehi was close to wearing the Liverpool shirt for £35 million, but Crystal Palace halted the deal on the last day due to their failure to secure a replacement. With his contract nearing expiration next summer, the English defender will be available to negotiate with foreign clubs in January to sign a pre-contract.

Reports indicate that Guehi, who is 25 years old, sees his move to Real Madrid as the ideal next step, especially with the Spanish club also interested in signing Frenchman Ibrahima Konaté, who is close to leaving Liverpool after refusing to renew his contract.

For his part, Liverpool coach Arne Slot expressed his sympathy for Guehi after the failed deal, confirming that it was frustrating for everyone, but he emphasized that such situations are normal in football and that players should refocus on their clubs.