From Guéhi to Kenan Yildiz – Which Players Could Be on the Move in the winter Transfer Market?
The January transfer window is always a period of intense rumour and potential major transfers. A number of prominent stars find themselves connected to transfers away from their present clubs. Here is a look at a selection of the key names who might be changing clubs in January.
A. Semenyo
Despite the Black Stars' failure to qualify for the AFCON, which has kept the forward in contention, reports suggest a significant move is close. The 25-year-old possesses a contract with a £65 million buy-out clause applicable for a brief window in early January. Latest developments point to the Premier League champions have emerged as his services. Former interested parties such as Tottenham and Chelsea reportedly have moved on to other targets, potentially opening the door for teams like Liverpool or Manchester United to make a last-minute bid.
Marc Guéhi
This English defender has excel for Crystal Palace despite a previous transfer to Anfield falling through. With his deal due to expire in the summer, this represents the club's last chance to obtain a fee for their skipper. Numerous elite clubs, such as Manchester City and several European giants including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to be interested. Yet, a January exit remains unlikely, especially given the manager's dependence on the player.
B. Johnson
This Welsh winger has had first-team minutes hard to come by at Spurs this term. Although being the club's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, Johnson has started only a small number of league matches. It is understood the London outfit would be open to a sale for the correct price, believed to be in the around forty million pounds. Bournemouth are currently at the front of the queue, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford also credited with an interest.
Spurs value Brennan Johnson at approximately £40m.
R. Neves
This Portuguese midfielder could be set for a return to the English top flight after a period in the Saudi Pro League. Still just 28, while his agreement expiring in the summer of 2026, he is a possible opportunity. Clubs like Liverpool and Manchester United have been linked with the former Wolves man. Additionally, there have been rumours from Spain that he would be prepared to accept a pay cut for a switch to the Spanish giants.
M. ter Stegen
This experienced German shot-stopper finds himself as third-choice at Barcelona under the manager Hansi Flick. Having lost his place and undergone an operation, a winter exit seems highly probable. Aston Villa were initially linked as a potential suitor, but that option currently seems off. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are reportedly expressing interest in the keeper.
Ivan Toney
The proven England centre-forward has continued finding the net regularly in the Middle East. Coming back to the Premier League might boost his dwindling hopes of being in the national World Cup. But, arranging a transfer presents major hurdles. His current club do not wish to sell him, and his reported enormous salary render any move complicated. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United are all mentioned as admirers.
The striker helped his Saudi club to a win in the Saudi Super Cup final.
C. Gallagher
This energetic English midfielder attracted widespread attention in the summer but remained at Atlético. With few starts in La Liga this term, he is keen to find more minutes ahead of the World Cup. United are heavily connected, and a return to Selhurst Park, a club he excelled on a temporary deal, remains a possibility, although financial demands could prove a problem.
Harvey Elliott
Although excelling and winning player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, the talented player has found it tough for game time during his loan spell at Villa. The manager has confirmed the loan move won't become permanent. Because of specific rules about representing two clubs in a campaign, a return to Liverpool before next season seems to be the sole viable solution.
Kenan Yildiz
The exciting Turkish attacker is in excellent form for Juventus this season. As his current deal nearing its end, many English clubs – such as Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are keeping tabs on the developments. Juventus are desperate to secure the 20-year-old to a new long-term agreement but are in a race to retain one of Europe's most promising young talents.
Kees Smit
The much-admired Netherlands midfielder has earned parallels to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. After starring at the Under-19 European Championship, he has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar first team. This 19-year-old is widely tipped to make a big-money move this month. Newcastle United reportedly are leading the chase, but could face stiff rivalry from Real Madrid for a deal valued at around twenty-two million pounds.
