The collapse of Marc Guehi’s dream move to Liverpool on deadline day has been attributed to West Ham’s signing of Igor Julio from Brighton in a deal that surprised many. While Guehi’s move to Anfield was reportedly close to completion and even given the ‘here we go’ by renowned transfer reporter Fabrizio Romano, it ultimately fell through, leaving fans and pundits speculating about the reasons behind the collapse.
It has been revealed that Crystal Palace’s decision not to sign Igor Julio on loan, reportedly due to a medical issue, played a significant role in the domino effect that led to Guehi’s move to Liverpool not materializing. West Ham’s last-minute hijack of the Igor Julio deal by convincing the Brazilian to choose them over Palace further complicated the situation, leading to Palace withdrawing from the negotiation, causing Liverpool’s deal for Guehi to collapse.
While Guehi’s future remains uncertain and he may still attract interest in future transfer windows, Igor Julio expressed his delight at joining West Ham United, citing the club’s history, support, and positive environment as key factors in his decision. Julio is eager to contribute to the team’s success and is looking forward to the challenge ahead at West Ham.
