Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish has been at the center of controversy surrounding Marc Guehi’s potential transfer to Liverpool. However, I couldn’t find information on Parish delaying a transfer meeting for a “ridiculous reason”. Here’s what I found ¹ ²:

– Transfer Saga: Guehi’s potential move to Liverpool has been ongoing, with Palace holding out for a bigger fee than the Reds are happy to spend. Parish has confirmed that Guehi could still leave unless he signs a new contract.

– Palace’s Stance: Manager Oliver Glasner has shut the door on Guehi leaving before next week’s Conference League play-off second leg. Parish seems open to selling Guehi, but the club’s valuation of around £50 million is a sticking point.

– Previous Dealings: Guehi was sold to Palace by Chelsea in 2021, with the Blues including a buy-back clause and matching rights arrangement. Chelsea’s manager at the time, Thomas Tuchel, now England manager, expressed no regret over letting Guehi leave.

It’s unclear what specific reason Parish might have had for delaying talks, but the transfer window dynamics and Palace’s desire to retain Guehi’s value are key factors. The situation remains fluid, with Guehi’s future uncertain and several clubs potentially interested in signing him ¹.