Crystal Palace's Marc Guehi has disclosed an unexpected career aspiration beyond football, expressing his desire to become a WWE wrestler.
The 25-year-old England defender revealed his fascination with the performance aspect of professional wrestling.
"I'd love to be a WWE wrestler," Guehi stated, citing his enjoyment of the theatrical elements and his ability to "waffle on the mic."
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Marc Guehi dreams of becoming a WWE wrestler
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Despite his professional success, including 156 appearances for Palace since 2021, Guehi continues to reside with his parents and three younger sisters.
He explained that home provides refuge from football's demanding environment, allowing him to be himself away from the sport's "bravado" and "ego."
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The defender's father John, a church minister, has significantly shaped his life and career.
Guehi acknowledged missing youth matches on Sundays due to his father's church commitments, saying his dad "understood it was a calling in a way."
The family maintains their religious priorities, with Guehi explaining: "They go to church first. The family go to church.
"Church will start at 10:30. It will be finished at 12:30 and they rush home or rush to the stadium to watch me if it's a 2pm kick-off."
Guehi credits divine intervention for his success, stating "God's grace" when asked why he succeeded where childhood teammates didn't.
Guehi's Palace career reached its pinnacle in May when he captained the club to their first major trophy, defeating Manchester City 1-0 in the FA Cup final.
However, the defender views this achievement differently than most might expect.
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Marc Guehi's future remains unknown at Crystal Palace, where his contract expires next year amid interest from Liverpool
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"I see that more for the football club and the fans. I'm really happy for them," he said, suggesting his defining career moment is yet to come.
Looking ahead, Guehi harbors an ambitious target of extending his playing career until 40.
"Obviously winning trophies is great and playing in different competitions, but I think that is real testament to how professional someone is," he explained, acknowledging the physical challenges ahead.
The defender finds solace in various hobbies outside football, including attempts at DJing and drumming, which he performed at church for years.
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His literary interests include Ray Bradbury's "Fahrenheit 451," while his favorite film is "Limitless" starring Bradley Cooper.
"When you are in this environment 24/7, wanting to win games, wanting to be the best, wanting to do everything for the fans…you need something that takes your mind away a little bit," Guehi explained.
His family would describe him as "a troll" due to his constant joking, while he characterises himself simply as having "work to do."