Chelsea are monitoring Crystal Palace defender Marc Guéhi as they weigh up a move to bolster their defensive options this month, sources have told ESPN.

Crystal Palace are expected to ‘give up’ on a left-sided Europa League star they have been trying to sign, according to the Evening Standard. The Eagles have gained stabilisation in recent weeks after they spent some time in the Premier League relegation zone.

Chelsea’s first offer to Crystal Palace for Marc Guehi has been described as “silly” as they attempt to bolster Enzo Maresca’s backline. Guehi emerged as a January transfer target for the Blues after long-term injuries to Wesley Fofana and Benoit Badiashile, with Maresca admitting that they may need to dip into the market this month.

Chelsea are interested in re-signing Crystal Palace and England centre-back Marc Guehi, who they sold for £18m in 2021.

Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi has been linked with a return to Stamford Bridge this month, with Enzo Maresca keen on a new centre-half

Crystal Palace have dropped their asking price for Marc Guehi but knocked back Chelsea’s opening bid for the England defender, according to reports. Chelsea have expressed interest in signing Guehi, who they sold in 2021,

Chelsea have suffered injuries at the back and one former star could be lined up for a move back to Stamford Bridge