From Guéhi and Kenan Yildiz – Which Players Might Be Making a Switch this January Transfer Market?

The January recruitment period proves to be a time of significant rumour and possible major moves. Numerous high-profile players are being connected to moves out of their present teams. Here is a look at a selection of the major figures who are poised to be on the move this month.

A. Semenyo

Despite the Black Stars' inability to reach the Africa Cup of Nations, which has kept the player available, reports suggest an important move is imminent. The 25-year-old has a contract with a £65 million release clause applicable for a two-week window at the start of the month. Latest reports indicate Manchester City look to have won the race for his signature. Other suitors such as Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have moved on to other options, potentially opening the door for clubs such as Manchester United or Liverpool to make a late bid.

M. Guéhi

This English defender has continued to impress for Crystal Palace despite a previous transfer to Anfield falling through. As his contract due to expire in the summer, this represents the club's last chance to obtain a transfer fee for their skipper. Numerous top sides, including Manchester City and multiple continental powerhouses like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to be interested. Yet, a winter departure remains unlikely, especially given the coach's dependence on the player.

B. Johnson

This Welsh forward has found first-team minutes hard to come by at Tottenham this campaign. Although finishing as the side's top scorer the previous campaign, Johnson has started just a small number of league games. It is understood the North London club is open to a transfer for the right valuation, believed to be in the region of forty million pounds. The Cherries are currently leading the chase, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace also credited with an interest.

Spurs value Brennan Johnson at approximately forty million pounds.

R. Neves

The Portuguese playmaker could be poised for a return to the Premier League following a period in Saudi Arabia. Now just twenty-eight, while his contract expiring in the summer, he represents a possible opportunity. Clubs like Liverpool and Manchester United are linked with the former Wolves man. Furthermore, there have been rumours from Spanish media that he is prepared to take a reduced salary for a move to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

The veteran German shot-stopper is now as the third option at Barcelona following the manager Hansi Flick. After lost his place and had surgery, a winter exit looks increasingly probable. Aston Villa were initially linked as a possible suitor, but that option now appears unlikely. Instead, interest from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are reportedly expressing curiosity in the keeper.

I. Toney

The prolific England striker has continued scoring regularly in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League might boost his dwindling hopes of making the England World Cup. However, arranging a deal presents major hurdles. His current club do not wish to sell him, and his alleged enormous salary make any move complicated. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been mentioned as interested parties.

Ivan Toney was instrumental as his Saudi club to a win in the Saudi Super Cup final.

C. Gallagher

This energetic English midfielder attracted considerable attention in the off-season but remained at Atlético Madrid. Having limited starts in Spain this term, he is eager to find more playing time ahead of the World Cup. Manchester United have been strongly connected, and a return to Crystal Palace, a club he excelled on a temporary deal, remains a possibility, though financial demands might be a stumbling block.

H. Elliott

Despite excelling and being named the best player award at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, this young midfielder has found it tough for minutes during his loan spell at Villa. The manager has stated the loan move won't be made permanent. Because of specific rules regarding representing multiple teams in a season, a move back to Liverpool before next season seems to be the sole available solution.

K. Yildiz

The exciting Turkey attacker is in fine form for Juventus this season. With his current contract nearing its end, many English sides – such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are keeping tabs on the situation. Juventus are desperate to secure the 20-year-old to a lengthy agreement but are in a race to keep one of the continent's most promising young talents.

K. Smit

This highly-touted Netherlands midfielder has earned comparisons to a Belgian superstar for his style of play. After impressing at the U19 Euros, he has broken into the AZ first team. This 19-year-old is heavily expected to make a big-money move in January. Newcastle United are believed to be leading the chase, but could face stiff competition from the Spanish champions for a deal priced at around twenty-two million pounds.