A battle is brewing between Premier League giants Manchester United and Arsenal for the signature of Crystal Palace’s young central defender, Mark Gehi. Despite recovering from recent knee surgery, the 23-year-old remains a hot commodity with a potential return to action imminent.
Gehi’s impressive performances haven’t gone unnoticed, and with only two years remaining on his Crystal Palace contract, The Times predicts a summer transfer is likely. The Eagles, who acquired Gehi from Chelsea for £18 million three years ago, are now expected to command a hefty £55 million for his transfer.
Manchester United view Gehi as their top defensive target for the summer window. However, they are also considering Max Kilman of Wolverhampton Wanderers as a potential alternative.
Arsenal are also keen on Gehi, having scouted him extensively. Adding another layer of intrigue, Chelsea hold a buy-back option, allowing them to match any offer received for the defender.