Marc Guéhi reveals shocking moment he witnessed in Man City vs Liverpool Battle Marc Guéhi has admitted he was left confused by the fierce reaction he received from Liverpool supporters during Manchester City’s dramatic victory at Anfield on Sunday.
The England defender, making his first appearance at the famous ground since completing his move from Crystal Palace, was greeted with loud jeers from large sections of the home crowd as Pep Guardiola’s side fought back to claim a crucial 2–1 win.
From the moment the teams emerged from the tunnel, the atmosphere around Guéhi felt noticeably tense. Every touch of the ball by the centre-back was met with whistles and boos, a reception that continued for much of the contest.
Speaking afterwards, the 25-year-old acknowledged that he could not understand the level of animosity directed towards him.
“I’m not sure why [they booed] to be honest, but I can’t control what their fans think of me,” Guéhi said after the match.
“I’m just grateful to our fans for sticking by me and supporting me the whole game.”
Despite the uncomfortable backdrop, the defender produced a composed performance at the heart of City’s back line.
The Cityzens had fallen behind early in the second half, but late strikes from Bernardo Silva and Erling Haaland turned the match on its head and reignited their hopes of chasing down Liverpool in the title race.
By the time the final whistle arrived, Guéhi was able to celebrate three priceless points with the travelling supporters.
The former Chelsea academy graduate has quickly become an important figure for Guardiola since arriving in January.
City’s defensive options had been badly stretched by injuries, and the club moved swiftly to strengthen in the winter window.
Guéhi’s arrival was seen as a statement of intent, yet his connection with Liverpool meant his Anfield return was always likely to be charged with emotion.
Transfer saga continues to shape perceptions
While Guéhi may have been taken aback by the reaction, many observers felt the hostility had been brewing for months.
The defender came close to joining Liverpool last summer in a move that appeared almost certain to go through.
Crystal Palace had accepted a reported £35 million bid, and the player even travelled to Merseyside to undergo medical tests as the Reds prepared to unveil one of their primary transfer targets.
However, the deal collapsed in the closing hours of Deadline Day when Palace were unable to secure a replacement.
The sudden twist left Liverpool scrambling and Guéhi forced to remain at Selhurst Park against his wishes.
In the weeks that followed, the player made little secret of his disappointment, indicating he still hoped to move to Anfield in the future.
Reports suggested he had no intention of signing a new contract with Palace beyond the summer of 2026, raising the prospect of a free transfer to Liverpool at the end of the current campaign.
Those expectations were shattered when Manchester City entered the picture and agreed a deal worth an initial £20 million to bring him north.
The switch to the Etihad not only denied Liverpool a long-term target but also saw Guéhi publicly praise his new employers.
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Describing City as “the best club in England” during his unveiling, he inadvertently inflamed tensions with Reds supporters who felt spurned by the change of heart.
Sunday’s reaction at Anfield appeared to be the first outlet for that lingering resentment.
For Guardiola, the focus remains firmly on what Guéhi can deliver on the pitch. The Catalan coach has spoken highly of the defender’s intelligence and leadership, qualities that were evident as City weathered intense pressure from Liverpool for long periods.
Partnering an ever-changing cast of teammates due to injuries, Guéhi looked assured and helped restrict one of the league’s most potent attacks.
The result keeps the Premier League race finely balanced heading into the final stretch of the season.
