Newcastle set to battle with Arsenal to sign 25-year-old England international

Newcastle United are set to battle with Arsenal for the signature of Crystal Palace star Marc Guehi, reports suggest.

The 25-year-old has impressed at club level under new manager Oliver Glasner, enough to earn a spot in Gareth Southgate's 26-man England squad for EURO 2024.

Guehi impressed in the Three Lions opening game of the tournament against Serbia where he played 90 minutes and kept a clean sheet.

According to CaughtOffside, both Newcastle and Arsenal are interested in ringing the England international in this summer and are both expected to make opening bids in the near future.

It is understood that Palace value Guehi at £50million, but the initial thought is that could be out of both clubs' price range.

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Guehi was a bright light in a lacklustre Crystal Palace side

The 25-year-old played 25 Premier League games for the Eagles last season, but missed a lengthy period of the season with a knee injury.

Guehi only played three games under new manager Glasner at the helm but made an impact in all of them.

He made his return in the 4-0 win against Manchester United and featured in their 3-1 win at Wolves before starting as a defensive midfielder in the 5-0 win against Aston Villa on the last day of the season.

Chelsea, the club where he began his career reportedly has a significant sell-on clause that Palace will be aware of.

Newcastle are gearing up for more arrivals this summer

The Magpies have already confirmed one signing this summer, defender Lloyd Kelly will join Newcastle for free in July.

Burnley goalkeeper James Trafford is on the cusp of joining after personal terms were agreed.

Loanee Lewis Hall is set to make a permanent move to Tyneside following a successful season under Eddie Howe.

Guehi would be a marquee signing based on his form throughout the season, even when Palace were having a torrid time under Roy Hodgson he was one player who stood out amongst the rest.