Concerning Guéhi to Yildiz – Which Players Are Set to Be on the Move during the January Transfer Window?

The winter transfer market is typically a time of feverish rumour and possible big-money moves. Several high-profile stars are being linked with moves out of their current teams. This article explores some of the key figures who could be on the move this month.

A. Semenyo

Although Ghana's inability to reach the Africa Cup of Nations, which has left the forward available, reports suggest a significant transfer is close. The Bournemouth attacker has a contract featuring a £65 million buy-out clause active for a brief window in early January. Latest reports indicate Manchester City look to have won the race for his signature. Other interested parties like Tottenham and Chelsea reportedly have moved on to alternative options, leaving clubs such as Liverpool or Manchester United to make a last-minute move.

M. Guéhi

The English defender has impress for Crystal Palace despite a summer move to Anfield collapsing. As his deal set to expire in the close season, this represents the club's last chance to secure a transfer fee for their skipper. A host of elite clubs, such as Manchester City and multiple continental powerhouses like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly hold an interest. However, a January departure is considered unlikely, especially given the manager's reliance on the player.

B. Johnson

This Welsh forward has found starting minutes limited at Spurs this campaign. Although finishing as the club's top scorer last season, he has begun only a handful of Premier League matches. It is understood the London outfit would be open to a sale for the right price, believed to be in the around £40 million. The Cherries are currently leading the chase, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally credited with an interest.

Spurs value Brennan Johnson at approximately forty million pounds.

R. Neves

The Portugal playmaker could be set for a return to the Premier League after a spell in the Saudi Pro League. Now just twenty-eight, and with his contract ending in the summer, he is a potential opportunity. Teams such as Manchester United and Liverpool have been linked with the former Wolves man. Furthermore, there are suggestions from Spain that he would be prepared to accept a pay cut for a move to the Spanish giants.

Marc-André ter Stegen

This veteran German shot-stopper is now as third-choice at Barça following new coach Flick. After fallen out of favour and had surgery, a winter departure looks highly probable. Aston Villa were initially mentioned as a potential suitor, but that move currently seems off. Instead, interest from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be expressing interest in the 33-year-old.

I. Toney

The proven England striker has continued finding the net regularly in Saudi Arabia. Coming back to the Premier League could enhance his fading hopes of making the England squad. However, securing a transfer poses significant hurdles. Al-Ahli do not wish to sell him, and his alleged enormous salary render any move difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been linked as admirers.

The striker helped his Saudi club to victory in the Saudi Super Cup showpiece.

C. Gallagher

This dynamic midfielder attracted considerable attention in the off-season but remained at Atlético Madrid. Having few starts in La Liga this season, he is eager to secure more playing time ahead of the World Cup. United are strongly linked, and a move back to Selhurst Park, where he excelled on a temporary deal, remains a possibility, though wage demands might prove a problem.

Harvey Elliott

Although excelling and being named the best player award at the U21 Euros last summer, the talented midfielder has struggled for game time during his loan spell at Villa. Unai Emery has stated the loan move won't become permanent. Because of specific rules about playing for two clubs in a campaign, a move back to his parent club before next summer appears to be the only available solution.

Kenan Yildiz

The highly-rated Turkey attacker has been in fine form for the Italian giants this term. As his current contract running down, many English sides – such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are keeping tabs on the situation. Juventus are eager to tie down the youngster to a new long-term agreement but face a battle to keep one of Europe's brightest prospects.

Kees Smit

This highly-touted Dutch midfielder has drawn comparisons to a Belgian superstar for his style of play. Following starring at the U19 Euros, he has broken into the AZ Alkmaar first team. The teenager is heavily tipped to complete a major move in January. Newcastle United reportedly are leading the chase, but are facing stiff competition from Real Madrid for a deal valued at approximately £22 million.