Marc Guéhi

Executive Summary

Marc Guéhi, full name Addji Keaninkin Marc-Israel Guéhi, is an English centre-back born on 2000-07-13. He is right-footed, 182 cm, and plays for Manchester City. The 2026-27 Premier League opened with him in an unfamiliar holding role against Bournemouth, where he scored a late header. He returned to centre-back for the 4-1 win over Crystal Palace and put in another strong display alongside Ruben Dias. Enzo Maresca has leaned on him early and his importance to the side is growing.

Playing Style and Key Attributes

Guéhi is comfortable in a back four and in a back three. He blocks attacking actions 1v1, especially shots and crosses close to goal, making himself big to protect the line. Timing is clean; he does not lift his foot too high, which limits risk. Reading danger is a consistent trait, with calmness in possession that helps the team dominate the ball. The Bournemouth game showed adaptability, with a complete performance in midfield and a decisive goal.

Career and Recent Context

Guéhi joined Chelsea’s academy in 2016 and moved through U18 and U21 before first-team promotion in January 2020. A loan spell at Swansea City followed in August 2020, with a return to Chelsea in May 2021. Palace signed him in July 2021 for €23.3m, and he became club captain, lifting the FA Cup in 2025 and establishing himself in the England setup. The move came in January 2026 for €23m, and the start of 2026-27 has been strong, with two wins and a goal from an unfamiliar midfield role.

Transfers and Outlook

Before the January 2026 switch he was linked with Liverpool and Newcastle United. The long deal and early form suggest stability rather than immediate speculation.