🔗 Share this article Concerning Marc Guéhi and Yildiz – Who Might Be on the Move in the January Transfer Market? The winter transfer window proves to be a period of feverish speculation and potential big-money transfers. A number of prominent players find themselves connected to moves away from their current clubs. We examine some of the key figures who are poised to be on the move in January. Antoine Semenyo Despite Ghana's inability to reach the Africa Cup of Nations, this has kept the player available, it appears a significant move is imminent. This Bournemouth attacker possesses a contract with a substantial buy-out clause active for a brief window in early January. Latest developments suggest the Premier League champions are now the frontrunners for his signature. Other suitors like Tottenham and Chelsea are said to have moved on to other targets, leaving teams such as Manchester United or Liverpool to attempt a late move. Marc Guéhi This English defender has continued to excel for Palace this season a summer transfer to Anfield falling through. With his contract set to run out in the summer, January is the club's last chance to secure a transfer fee for their skipper. A host of elite sides, including City and several continental powerhouses like Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, are believed to be interested. However, a winter departure is considered difficult, particularly given the coach's reliance on the player. Brennan Johnson The Wales winger has found first-team minutes limited at Tottenham this term. Although finishing as the club's top scorer last season, Johnson has begun just a small number of Premier League games. It is understood the North London outfit would be willing to consider a sale for the right valuation, believed to be in the around £40 million. Bournemouth are currently at the front of the queue, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally credited with an interest. Spurs rate the Welsh international at approximately £40m. Rúben Neves The Portugal midfielder could be poised for a return to the Premier League after a spell in the Saudi Pro League. Still just 28, while his contract ending in the summer of 2026, he represents a possible opportunity. Clubs like Liverpool and Manchester United have been linked with the former Wolves man. Furthermore, there have been suggestions from Spain that he would be willing to accept a pay cut for a switch to the Spanish giants. M. ter Stegen The veteran German shot-stopper finds himself as the third option at Barcelona following new manager Hansi Flick. After fallen out of favour and had surgery, a winter exit seems highly likely. Aston Villa were initially mentioned as a possible suitor, but that move now appears off. Instead, clubs from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be expressing interest in the 33-year-old. Ivan Toney This prolific English centre-forward has continued finding the net frequently in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League could boost his fading chances of making the England World Cup. However, securing a deal poses significant challenges. His current club are reluctant to part with him, and his reported enormous salary render any agreement difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been linked as admirers. The striker was instrumental as Al-Ahli to a win in the Saudi Super Cup showpiece. C. Gallagher The dynamic midfielder drew considerable interest in the off-season but remained at Atlético Madrid. Having few starts in Spain this term, he may be eager to find more minutes ahead of the World Cup. United have been strongly linked, and a move back to Selhurst Park, where he shone on a temporary deal, remains a possibility, though wage demands might prove a stumbling block. Harvey Elliott Despite excelling and winning the best player award at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, the talented player has found it tough for game time on loan at Aston Villa. The manager has stated the loan move won't be made permanent. Because of FIFA regulations regarding playing for multiple teams in a season, a move back to Liverpool before next summer appears to be the sole available outcome. Kenan Yildiz This highly-rated Turkey attacker has been in fine form for the Italian giants this term. As his existing deal nearing its end, a host of English sides – such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are monitoring the developments. The Turin club are desperate to secure the youngster to a new long-term agreement but face a battle to keep one of Europe's most promising young talents. Kees Smit This highly-touted Dutch midfielder has earned parallels to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. Following impressing at the U19 Euros, he has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar side. The 19-year-old is widely expected to complete a big-money transfer this month. Newcastle reportedly are frontrunners, but could face strong rivalry from the Spanish champions for a deal priced at around twenty-two million pounds.