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

This January transfer window proves to be a period of feverish rumour and possible major deals. A number of notable players find themselves linked with transfers out of their current teams. This article explores some of the key figures who could be changing clubs in January.

A. Semenyo

Despite Ghana's inability to reach the AFCON, which has kept the forward available, reports suggest a major transfer is imminent. The 25-year-old has a contract with a £65 million buy-out clause active for a brief window at the start of the month. Recent reports point to the Premier League champions have emerged as his services. Former suitors such as Chelsea and Tottenham reportedly have moved on to alternative options, potentially opening the door for teams such as Manchester United or Liverpool to make a last-minute move.

M. Guéhi

The English centre-back has impress for Palace despite a previous move to Liverpool collapsing. As his deal set to expire in the summer, January is the London club's last chance to obtain a transfer fee for their skipper. Numerous top sides, such as City and several European giants including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to be interested. Yet, a winter exit remains unlikely, particularly given the manager's reliance on the defender.

B. Johnson

The Wales forward has found starting minutes hard to come by at Spurs this campaign. Despite finishing as the club's top scorer last season, Johnson has started only a small number of league games. It is understood the North London outfit would be open to a transfer for the right price, thought to be in the around forty million pounds. Bournemouth appear to be leading the chase, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally credited with an interest.

Tottenham rate the Welsh international at around forty million pounds.

R. Neves

This Portugal playmaker might be poised for a return to the English top flight following a period in Saudi Arabia. Still only twenty-eight, and with his contract expiring in the summer of 2026, he is a potential bargain. Teams like Liverpool and Manchester United have been linked with the player. Furthermore, there are suggestions from Spanish media that he would be willing to take a pay cut for a move to the Spanish giants.

Marc-André ter Stegen

This veteran Germany goalkeeper finds himself as third-choice at Barça under new coach Hansi Flick. Having lost his place and undergone surgery, a January departure seems highly probable. Aston Villa were once linked as a potential suitor, but that option now appears off. Instead, clubs from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are reportedly expressing curiosity in the keeper.

Ivan Toney

The prolific English striker has kept finding the net frequently in Saudi Arabia. A return to the Premier League might enhance his fading chances of making the national World Cup. However, arranging a transfer presents significant challenges. Al-Ahli do not wish to part with him, and his reported enormous salary make any move difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United are all mentioned as admirers.

Ivan Toney was instrumental as Al-Ahli to victory in the domestic cup showpiece.

Conor Gallagher

The dynamic midfielder attracted considerable interest in the off-season but stayed at Atlético. Having few starts in Spain this season, he may be keen to secure more playing time ahead of the tournament. Manchester United are strongly connected, and a move back to Crystal Palace, a club he excelled on a temporary deal, remains a option, although wage demands might be a problem.

H. Elliott

Although excelling and being named player of the tournament at the U21 Euros last summer, the talented midfielder has struggled for game time during his loan spell at Aston Villa. Unai Emery has stated the temporary transfer won't become permanent. Due to specific rules regarding representing two clubs in a season, a move back to his parent club prior to next season seems to be the only viable solution.

K. Yildiz

This exciting Turkey forward has been in excellent form for Juventus this term. As his current deal running down, many English sides – such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are monitoring the developments. The Turin club are eager to tie down the youngster to a lengthy agreement but are in a battle to retain one of Europe's most promising young talents.

K. Smit

The highly-touted Netherlands midfielder has earned comparisons to a Belgian superstar for his playing style. After impressing at the Under-19 European Championship, Smit has broken into the AZ Alkmaar side. The teenager is heavily expected to make a big-money move this month. Newcastle United are believed to be leading the chase, but could face stiff competition from the Spanish champions for a signing priced at around £22 million.