From Guéhi to Kenan Yildiz – Who Could Be on the Move during the winter Transfer Market?

The January recruitment period is typically a time of significant speculation and possible big-money moves. A number of notable players are being linked with transfers out of their present clubs. Here is a look at a selection of the key names that could be on the move this month.

Antoine Semenyo

Although the Black Stars' inability to reach the Africa Cup of Nations, which has kept the forward in contention, reports suggest a significant move is close. The Bournemouth attacker has a contract with a sizeable buy-out clause active for a short window at the start of the month. Latest reports point to Manchester City look to have won the race for his signature. Other interested parties such as Chelsea and Tottenham reportedly have moved on to alternative targets, potentially opening the door for teams like Manchester United or Liverpool to attempt a last-minute bid.

M. Guéhi

The English defender has impress for Palace despite a summer move to Anfield collapsing. With his deal set to run out in the close season, this represents the London club's last chance to obtain a transfer fee for their skipper. A host of top clubs, such as Manchester City and several continental powerhouses including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to hold an interest. Yet, a January departure is considered difficult, particularly given the coach's reliance on the defender.

B. Johnson

This Wales winger has had starting minutes hard to come by at Tottenham this campaign. Although being the club's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, he has started only a handful of league matches. Reports suggest the North London outfit is open to a sale for the right price, believed to be in the region of £40 million. Bournemouth appear to be leading the chase, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford also showing an interest.

Tottenham value the Welsh international at around £40m.

R. Neves

The Portugal midfielder could be set for a comeback to the Premier League following a spell in the Saudi Pro League. Still only twenty-eight, and with his contract expiring in the summer of 2026, he represents a potential bargain. Teams such as Liverpool and Manchester United are linked with the player. Additionally, there are rumours from Spain that he is willing to take a reduced salary for a switch to Real Madrid.

Marc-André ter Stegen

This veteran Germany goalkeeper is now as the third option at Barça following the coach Hansi Flick. After lost his place and undergone surgery, a winter exit seems increasingly probable. Aston Villa were initially linked as a potential destination, but that move currently seems unlikely. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be expressing curiosity in the keeper.

Ivan Toney

The proven England striker has continued scoring regularly in Saudi Arabia. A return to the Premier League could boost his fading hopes of making the national squad. But, arranging a transfer presents significant challenges. His current club do not wish to sell him, and his reported huge weekly wages make any agreement difficult. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all linked as admirers.

Ivan Toney was instrumental as Al-Ahli to a win in the domestic cup final.

C. Gallagher

The energetic midfielder attracted considerable attention in the off-season but stayed at Atlético. Having limited starts in La Liga this season, he may be eager to find more minutes ahead of the tournament. United are heavily connected, and a move back to Crystal Palace, where he excelled on loan, remains a possibility, though financial demands might prove a stumbling block.

H. Elliott

Although starring and winning the best player award at the U21 Euros in the summer, the talented player has found it tough for minutes during his loan spell at Villa. Unai Emery has stated the loan move will not be made permanent. Because of FIFA regulations about playing for multiple teams in a campaign, a move back to Liverpool before next summer seems to be the sole viable solution.

Kenan Yildiz

The highly-rated Turkey attacker has been in fine form for Juventus this term. As his current deal running down, a host of Premier League clubs – including Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are monitoring the situation. The Turin club are eager to secure the 20-year-old to a new long-term agreement but are in a race to keep one of the continent's brightest young talents.

Kees Smit

The highly-touted Netherlands teenage midfielder has earned comparisons to a Belgian superstar for his playing style. Following starring at the Under-19 European Championship, Smit has broken into the AZ side. The teenager is widely tipped to make a big-money transfer in January. Newcastle United reportedly are leading the chase, but could face stiff rivalry from Real Madrid for a signing priced at approximately twenty-two million pounds.