"Everybody said that I threatened to step back, that is completely wrong. I said If you sell Marc Guehi, and we don't have the right replacement, we could struggle. If you are fine with this then sell him' The manager highlighted several crucial factors influencing his counsel, including a packed fixture list, potential departures for AFCON, and the lack of an experienced, ready-made replacement for the influential centre-back."
"Given that Liverpool had agreed a reported 35m fee and Guehi had even completed his medical, Glasner's staunch advice was a decisive factor, forcing Parish to choose between a significant financial windfall and the club's immediate on-field stability. And then the chairman decided that Marc stays. I just give my advice. But it is never a wish, Glasner confirmed, giving big credit to Parish for prioritising the team's sporting prospects over the money."
Marc Guehi's proposed transfer to Liverpool collapsed on deadline day after Crystal Palace withdrew from the deal. Oliver Glasner denied threatening to resign and framed his intervention as sporting advice about squad risk. Glasner warned that selling Guehi without a ready replacement could leave the team vulnerable during a packed fixture list and potential AFCON-related departures. Liverpool had reportedly agreed a £35m fee and Guehi had completed a medical, but the sporting risks led chairman Steve Parish to prioritise on-field stability. Parish decided to keep Guehi following Glasner's counsel. Glasner emphasized that he offers advice, not wishes.
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