From Guéhi to Kenan Yildiz – Who Could Be Transferring during the January Transfer Market?

The winter transfer market proves to be a time of feverish rumour and possible major deals. Several prominent players are being connected to transfers out of their current clubs. We examine some of the top names who are poised to be changing clubs in January.

A. Semenyo

Despite Ghana's inability to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations, this has left the player available, it appears an important transfer is close. The Bournemouth attacker has a contract featuring a sizeable buy-out clause applicable for a two-week window at the start of the month. Latest reports point to Manchester City have emerged as his services. Former suitors like Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have moved on to alternative targets, potentially opening the door for clubs such as Manchester United or Liverpool to attempt a late bid.

M. Guéhi

This England defender has excel for Palace this season a summer move to Anfield falling through. As his contract due to expire in the close season, January is the club's last chance to secure a fee for their skipper. Numerous top sides, including Manchester City and several European giants including Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, reportedly be interested. Yet, a winter departure remains unlikely, especially given the manager's dependence on the player.

B. Johnson

The Wales winger has found starting minutes hard to come by at Tottenham this campaign. Despite being the side's top scorer last season, Johnson has started just a small number of Premier League games. Reports suggest the North London outfit would be willing to consider a transfer for the right 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 credited with an interest.

Spurs rate Brennan Johnson at approximately forty million pounds.

Rúben Neves

The Portuguese playmaker could be set for a comeback to the English top flight following a spell in Saudi Arabia. Now just twenty-eight, while his contract ending in the summer of 2026, he is a possible opportunity. Teams like Liverpool and Manchester United are connected to the former Wolves man. Additionally, there have been suggestions from Spanish media that he is willing to accept a reduced salary for a switch to the Spanish giants.

Marc-André ter Stegen

This veteran German shot-stopper finds himself as the third option at Barça following new manager Flick. After lost his place and had an operation, a January exit seems highly probable. Villa were initially linked as a possible suitor, but that move currently seems unlikely. Instead, interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be showing curiosity in the keeper.

I. Toney

The proven England striker has kept finding the net frequently in Saudi Arabia. A return to the Premier League could enhance his fading hopes of being in the England squad. However, securing a deal presents major challenges. Al-Ahli are reluctant to part with him, and his reported huge weekly wages make any move difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United are all mentioned as interested parties.

The striker was instrumental as Al-Ahli to victory in the Saudi Super Cup final.

Conor Gallagher

The dynamic midfielder drew widespread attention in the off-season but remained at Atlético. With limited starts in La Liga this season, he is eager to find more minutes ahead of the tournament. United are heavily linked, and a return to Selhurst Park, where he excelled on a temporary deal, is also a possibility, although wage constraints might prove a stumbling block.

Harvey Elliott

Although starring and being named player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, the young player has struggled for minutes during his loan spell at Villa. The manager has stated the temporary transfer will not become permanent. Due to specific rules regarding representing multiple teams in a campaign, a return to his parent club before next season appears to be the sole viable solution.

Kenan Yildiz

The highly-rated Turkish attacker is in excellent form for the Italian giants this season. With his existing contract nearing its end, a host of English sides – such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are keeping tabs on the developments. Juventus are eager to secure the 20-year-old to a lengthy contract but are in a battle to keep one of the continent's brightest young talents.

Kees Smit

The much-admired Dutch teenage midfielder has drawn parallels to Kevin De Bruyne for his playing style. Following impressing at the U19 Euros, he has become a regular in the AZ first team. The 19-year-old is widely tipped to complete a major 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.