Marc Guehi Stamford Bridge snub has been explained after the Crystal Palace captain appeared to ignore Oliver Glasner following the 0-0 draw with Chelsea.
The incident sparked speculation about his future, with the defender heavily linked to Liverpool this summer.
For many fans watching, the moment looked like a public statement from Guehi, a captain turning his back on his manager just as rumours of a transfer to Anfield intensify.
Social media buzzed with claims of a falling-out, with pundits questioning whether the centre-back had already checked out of life at Selhurst Park.
That narrative only added fuel to Liverpool supporters’ hopes that the England international could soon be wearing red.
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Why Marc Guehi walked away at Stamford Bridge
Palace frustrated Chelsea in their Premier League opener, with Guehi at the heart of a resilient defensive display.
However, when the final whistle blew, cameras showed the England international walking straight down the tunnel as his manager called him over.
To onlookers, it looked like a tense snub from a player eager to leave Selhurst Park.
According to reports, the reality was far less dramatic.
Guehi had been randomly selected for an anti-doping test and needed to head off quickly to complete the procedure.
What seemed like a rift between captain and coach was simply a mix up.
“What looked like a standoff between Glasner was simply a miscommunication.” journalist Bobby Manzi revealed.
The defender remains a Liverpool target, and this incident shows the stark difference between Guehi’s professionalism and the approach taken by other wantaway stars such as Alexander Isak.
The 25-year-old continues to let his football do the talking, even as speculation around his future grows.
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