From Marc Guéhi and Yildiz – Which Players Are Set to Be on the Move this January Transfer Window?

The January transfer market is always a period of feverish rumour and possible major moves. Numerous prominent stars are being linked with moves away from their present teams. Here is a look at a selection of the major names that might be changing clubs in January.

Antoine Semenyo

Despite Ghana's failure to qualify for the AFCON, this has kept the forward available, it appears a major transfer is close. This 25-year-old possesses a deal with a £65 million release clause applicable for a brief window in early January. Latest reports indicate Manchester City are now the frontrunners for his signature. Other suitors like Tottenham and Chelsea reportedly have moved on to other targets, potentially opening the door for clubs like Liverpool or Manchester United to attempt a late bid.

Marc Guéhi

This English defender has impress for Crystal Palace despite a summer transfer to Liverpool collapsing. As his contract set to expire in the summer, this represents the London club's last opportunity to secure a transfer fee for their skipper. Numerous elite clubs, including Manchester City and multiple continental powerhouses including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly hold an interest. However, a winter departure is considered unlikely, especially given the manager's dependence on the player.

B. Johnson

This Welsh forward has had first-team minutes hard to come by at Spurs this term. Although being the side's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, Johnson has started only a small number of Premier League matches. It is understood the London outfit would be willing to consider a sale for the correct price, believed to be in the around forty million pounds. The Cherries appear to be at the front of the queue, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace also showing an inquiry.

Tottenham value the Welsh international at approximately forty million pounds.

R. Neves

The Portuguese midfielder could be poised for a comeback to the English top flight following a spell in the Saudi Pro League. Now just 28, and with his contract ending in the summer, he represents a potential bargain. Teams like Liverpool and Manchester United are linked with the former Wolves man. Furthermore, there are rumours from Spain that he would be willing to accept a reduced salary for a move to Real Madrid.

M. ter Stegen

This veteran German shot-stopper finds himself as third-choice at Barcelona under new manager Flick. Having lost his place and had surgery, a January departure looks increasingly probable. Aston Villa were once linked as a potential destination, but that move currently seems off. Instead, clubs from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are reportedly showing interest in the 33-year-old.

Ivan Toney

The prolific England striker has continued scoring regularly in Saudi Arabia. Coming back to the Premier League could enhance his fading hopes of making the England squad. However, arranging a transfer poses significant challenges. His current club are reluctant to sell him, and his reported enormous salary make any agreement difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been mentioned as admirers.

The striker was instrumental as his Saudi club to victory in the Saudi Super Cup showpiece.

Conor Gallagher

This energetic English midfielder drew considerable attention in the summer but stayed at Atlético. Having limited starting appearances in Spain this term, he is eager to secure more playing time ahead of the World Cup. United are heavily linked, and a move back to Selhurst Park, a club he shone on loan, is also a option, though wage demands could prove a stumbling block.

H. Elliott

Although starring and winning the best player award at the U21 Euros in the summer, the talented midfielder has found it tough for minutes on loan at Aston Villa. Unai Emery has confirmed the temporary transfer will not be made permanent. Because of specific rules regarding representing two clubs in a campaign, a move back to Liverpool before next summer seems to be the sole available solution.

Kenan Yildiz

This exciting Turkish forward is in excellent form for Juventus this season. As his existing contract running down, a host of English clubs – such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are monitoring the developments. Juventus are desperate to tie down the youngster to a new long-term agreement but are in a race to keep one of the continent's brightest prospects.

K. Smit

This much-admired Netherlands midfielder has earned comparisons to Kevin De Bruyne for his playing style. After starring at the U19 Euros, Smit has broken into the AZ Alkmaar first team. This teenager is heavily tipped to make a big-money transfer in January. Newcastle United are believed to be leading the chase, but could face stiff competition from the Spanish champions for a signing priced at around twenty-two million pounds.