From Marc Guéhi and Yildiz – Who Are Set to Be Making a Switch in the winter Transfer Window?

This January transfer market is always a period of intense rumour and possible big-money moves. Several notable stars find themselves connected to transfers away from their present clubs. Here is a look at a selection of the major names that might be changing clubs this month.

Antoine Semenyo

Despite Ghana's failure to qualify for the AFCON, this has kept the player available, indications are an important transfer is close. The Bournemouth attacker possesses a deal featuring a substantial release clause applicable for a short window at the start of the month. Recent reports indicate the Premier League champions are now the frontrunners for his services. Other interested parties like Chelsea and Tottenham reportedly have moved on to other targets, leaving clubs such as Manchester United or Liverpool to attempt a late move.

M. Guéhi

This English centre-back has continued to excel for Palace this season a previous move to Anfield falling through. With his contract set to expire in the close season, this represents the London club's last opportunity to obtain a fee for their skipper. A host of elite sides, including Manchester City and multiple European giants including Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, are believed to be interested. Yet, a winter departure is considered unlikely, particularly given the manager's dependence on the player.

B. Johnson

The Wales winger has had first-team opportunities hard to come by at Spurs this campaign. Although finishing as the side's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, he has started just a small number of Premier League matches. Reports suggest the North London outfit would be open to a sale for the right price, thought to be in the around forty million pounds. The Cherries are currently leading the chase, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally credited with an interest.

Tottenham value Brennan Johnson at approximately forty million pounds.

R. Neves

The Portuguese midfielder might be set for a return to the Premier League after a period in the Saudi Pro League. Still just 28, and with his contract ending in the summer of 2026, he is a potential bargain. Teams such as Manchester United and Liverpool are linked with the player. Furthermore, there are rumours from Spanish media that he would be willing to take a reduced salary for a move to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

This veteran Germany shot-stopper is now as the third option at Barça following the manager Hansi Flick. After fallen out of favour and undergone an operation, a winter departure looks increasingly likely. Villa were initially mentioned as a possible suitor, but that option currently seems unlikely. Instead, interest from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be showing curiosity in the 33-year-old.

Ivan Toney

This prolific English centre-forward has continued scoring regularly in Saudi Arabia. A return to the Premier League could boost his fading hopes of being in the England squad. But, arranging a deal poses significant hurdles. Al-Ahli do not wish to part with him, and his alleged huge weekly wages make any agreement difficult. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all linked as admirers.

Ivan Toney was instrumental as his Saudi club to a win in the domestic cup final.

C. Gallagher

The dynamic English midfielder drew considerable interest in the summer but stayed at Atlético. With few starts in La Liga this season, he is eager to secure more minutes ahead of the World Cup. Manchester United are strongly connected, and a return to Crystal Palace, where he shone on a temporary deal, is also a possibility, although financial constraints might be a problem.

H. Elliott

Although starring and being named the best player award at the U21 Euros in the summer, this young player has struggled for minutes on loan at Villa. The manager has stated the temporary transfer won't become permanent. Because of FIFA regulations about playing for multiple teams in a campaign, a return to Liverpool prior to next season seems to be the only viable solution.

Kenan Yildiz

This exciting Turkey attacker has been in excellent form for Juventus this season. With his current contract nearing its end, many English clubs – such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are keeping tabs on the situation. Juventus are eager to tie down the 20-year-old to a lengthy contract but are in a race to keep one of the continent's most promising prospects.

K. Smit

The highly-touted Netherlands midfielder has drawn comparisons to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. Following starring at the Under-19 European Championship, he has broken into the AZ first team. This 19-year-old is widely expected to make a big-money move this month. Newcastle reportedly are leading the chase, but are facing stiff rivalry from the Spanish champions for a signing priced at around twenty-two million pounds.