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Marc Guéhi

Marc Guéhi is a professional footballer who plays as a central defender.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Marc Guéhi is a professional footballer who plays as a central defender. Born in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, he represents England internationally and has played club football for Chelsea, Swansea City, Crystal Palace, and Manchester City.

Early life and youth career

Guéhi was born in Abidjan and moved to London as a child. He played grassroots football before joining Chelsea's academy.

Club career

He progressed through Chelsea's system, making his senior debut in 2019. He spent a loan spell at Swansea City before joining Crystal Palace in 2021. He was appointed Crystal Palace captain in 2024 and helped the club win the FA Cup and Community Shield in 2025. Sources indicate a move to Manchester City in 2026.

International career

Guéhi has represented England from youth level through to the senior team. He made his senior debut in March 2022 and has been a regular international defender. He was part of England's winning squad at the 2017 FIFA U-17 World Cup.

Playing style

Guéhi is primarily a central defender, known for playing on the right foot and for his role in organising the back line.

Key facts

  • Guéhi came through Chelsea's academy and made his senior debut for the club in 2019.
  • He spent a loan spell at Swansea City before joining Crystal Palace in 2021.
  • He was appointed Crystal Palace captain in 2024 and helped the club win the FA Cup and Community Shield in 2025.
  • He has represented England at senior level since March 2022.
  • He was part of England's winning squad at the 2017 FIFA U-17 World Cup.

Frequently asked questions

What position does Marc Guéhi play?
He plays as a centre-back, or central defender.
Where was Marc Guéhi born?
He was born in Abidjan, Ivory Coast.
Which national team does Marc Guéhi represent?
He represents England at senior international level.
Which clubs has Marc Guéhi played for?
He developed at Chelsea, played on loan at Swansea City, later played for Crystal Palace, and sources indicate he joined Manchester City in 2026.
Did Marc Guéhi win the U-17 World Cup?
Yes. He was part of England's squad that won the 2017 FIFA U-17 World Cup.

References

  1. England Football — https://www.englandfootball.com/england/mens-senior-team/squad/marc-guehi
    Supports: Date of birth, place of birth, current club, England debut, senior caps, senior goals, grassroots club, and biography details.
  2. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marc_Gu%C3%A9hi
    Supports: Chelsea academy, senior debut in 2019, loan to Swansea City, transfer to Crystal Palace in 2021, captaincy in 2024, and 2025 honours.
  3. Wikipedia — https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marc_Gu%C3%A9hi
    Supports: Name, nationality, birthplace, and playing position.
  4. Wikipedia — https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marc_Gu%C3%A9hi
    Supports: Full name, date and place of birth, and England youth international background.