Regarding Guéhi and Kenan Yildiz – Who Are Set to Be Making a Switch during the January Transfer Market?

The January transfer market proves to be a period of feverish rumour and potential major transfers. Several notable stars are being linked with moves out of their current clubs. This article explores a selection of the key names who are poised to be on the move in January.

Antoine Semenyo

Despite the Black Stars' inability to qualify for the AFCON, which has left the forward available, reports suggest a major move is close. This 25-year-old possesses a deal featuring a sizeable release clause active for a short window at the start of the month. Recent developments point to Manchester City look to have won the race for his services. Other interested parties such as Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have moved on to alternative targets, potentially opening the door for clubs like Liverpool or Manchester United to attempt a last-minute move.

M. Guéhi

The English centre-back has continued to excel for Crystal Palace this season a previous move to Liverpool falling through. As his deal due to expire in the close season, January is the London club's last opportunity to obtain a transfer fee for their captain. A host of top sides, such as City and several continental powerhouses including Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, are believed to hold an interest. However, a winter departure is considered difficult, particularly given the coach's dependence on the player.

B. Johnson

This Welsh winger has had first-team minutes hard to come by at Tottenham this term. Although being the club's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, he has begun only a handful of Premier League matches. Reports suggest the London club would be open to a transfer for the correct valuation, thought to be in the region of £40 million. The Cherries are currently leading the chase, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally credited with an interest.

Tottenham rate the Welsh international at around £40m.

R. Neves

This Portugal playmaker could be poised for a comeback to the English top flight following a period in Saudi Arabia. Now only 28, and with his contract ending in the summer of 2026, he is a possible bargain. Teams such as Manchester United and Liverpool have been connected to the former Wolves man. Additionally, there are rumours from Spain that he is willing to take a reduced salary for a switch to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

The experienced German goalkeeper is now as the third option at Barça under new manager Flick. After lost his place and undergone surgery, a winter departure looks highly likely. Villa were initially linked as a possible suitor, but that move currently seems unlikely. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be showing interest in the 33-year-old.

Ivan Toney

This prolific English centre-forward has continued scoring regularly in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League could boost his dwindling hopes of making the England World Cup. However, arranging a transfer presents significant hurdles. Al-Ahli are reluctant to sell him, and his reported enormous weekly wages render any move complicated. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton have all been linked as interested parties.

The striker was instrumental as his Saudi club to victory in the domestic cup final.

C. Gallagher

The dynamic midfielder attracted considerable attention in the summer but remained at Atlético. With few starting appearances in Spain this season, he is keen to secure more playing time ahead of the tournament. Manchester United are heavily linked, and a return to Selhurst Park, where he excelled on loan, is also a possibility, though financial constraints could prove a stumbling block.

H. Elliott

Despite starring and being named player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, this young midfielder has struggled for minutes on loan at Aston Villa. Unai Emery has confirmed the temporary transfer will not be made permanent. Due to FIFA regulations regarding playing for multiple teams in a campaign, a move back to his parent club before next season seems to be the only viable solution.

K. Yildiz

The highly-rated Turkey forward has been in excellent form for Juventus this term. As his current deal nearing its end, a host of Premier League clubs – including Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are keeping tabs on the developments. The Turin club are desperate to tie down the 20-year-old to a new long-term agreement but are in a race to retain one of Europe's most promising prospects.

K. Smit

The much-admired Dutch midfielder has drawn comparisons to a Belgian superstar for his playing style. Following starring at the Under-19 European Championship, he has become a regular in the AZ first team. This 19-year-old is widely tipped to make a big-money move in January. Newcastle United are believed to be frontrunners, but could face strong rivalry from the Spanish champions for a signing priced at around twenty-two million pounds.