MARC GUEHI is anticipated to REMAIN with Crystal Palace in January – even though he is approaching the expiration of his contract.
The defender, aged 25, fueled speculation about a possible transfer to Arsenal after chatting with Bukayo Saka and Noni Madueke following the Carabao Cup quarter-final match between the sides on Tuesday.
Nevertheless, they were not talking about the possibility of him joining the Gunners when the transfer market reopens next week.
SunSport reports that Guehi is most probably going to continue at Selhurst Park through the conclusion of the campaign.
He will subsequently depart without a fee when the summer market begins.
Barcelona and Real Madrid are believed to be leading contenders in the pursuit of the England star.
Both teams will get the opportunity to secure him via a pre-contract deal next month.
Liverpool have additionally shown strong desire in acquiring him.
The Reds attempted a late £35million bid for Guehi on deadline day in September, but it fell apart in the final moments.
It remains uncertain whether Liverpool will make another offer in January.
Although feeling let down by his unsuccessful transfer to Anfield, Guehi has kept displaying professionalism at Selhurst Park.
Across 28 games this season, the backliner has recorded seven goal involvements.
Guehi has further featured three times for England – one in a friendly and two in World Cup qualifiers.
It was disclosed earlier this year that he will not agree to fresh terms with Crystal Palace.
When he eventually departs, it will conclude his five-year tenure at the team.