🔗 Share this article Concerning Marc Guéhi and Kenan Yildiz – Which Players Could Be Transferring in the January Transfer Market? This winter transfer window is always a period of feverish rumour and possible big-money deals. Numerous prominent footballers find themselves connected to moves out of their present teams. We examine a selection of the key names who might be on the move in January. Antoine Semenyo Although Ghana's inability to reach the AFCON, this has left the forward available, indications are a major transfer is imminent. The 25-year-old possesses a contract featuring a sizeable buy-out clause applicable for a short window in early January. Recent reports indicate Manchester City look to have won the race for his signature. Former interested parties like Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have moved on to alternative targets, potentially opening the door for clubs such as Manchester United or Liverpool to attempt a last-minute move. Marc Guéhi The English defender has excel for Palace this season a summer transfer to Anfield collapsing. As his deal due to expire in the summer, January is the club's final chance to secure a transfer fee for their captain. A host of elite sides, such as Manchester City and multiple continental powerhouses like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to hold an interest. Yet, a winter departure is considered difficult, especially given the coach's reliance on the player. Brennan Johnson The Wales winger has had first-team minutes limited at Tottenham this term. Although being the side's top scorer last season, he has started only a small number of league games. Reports suggest the North London outfit is willing to consider a transfer for the right price, believed to be in the region of forty million pounds. The Cherries appear to be leading the chase, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally credited with an inquiry. Spurs rate Brennan Johnson at around forty million pounds. Rúben Neves The Portugal playmaker might be set for a comeback to the English top flight after a period in Saudi Arabia. Still just 28, while his contract expiring in the summer, he represents a potential opportunity. Teams like Manchester United and Liverpool have been linked with the player. Furthermore, there are suggestions from Spain that he is willing to take a pay cut for a move to Real Madrid. M. ter Stegen The veteran German shot-stopper is now as the third option at Barcelona following new coach Flick. Having lost his place and had an operation, a winter exit looks highly likely. Villa were initially linked as a possible destination, but that move currently seems off. Instead, interest from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are reportedly expressing interest in the 33-year-old. Ivan Toney This prolific English striker has kept scoring regularly in Saudi Arabia. Coming back to the Premier League could enhance his dwindling chances of making the national squad. However, securing a deal poses significant challenges. His current club do not wish to part with him, and his alleged huge salary make any move complicated. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United are all mentioned as interested parties. Ivan Toney was instrumental as Al-Ahli to victory in the domestic cup showpiece. C. Gallagher The energetic English midfielder drew considerable interest in the summer but stayed at Atlético Madrid. With few starting appearances in La Liga this season, he may be eager to find more playing time ahead of the tournament. Manchester United have been strongly connected, and a return to Selhurst Park, where he shone on loan, is also a option, though wage demands could be a problem. H. Elliott Despite starring and being named player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, the young midfielder has struggled for minutes during his loan spell at Villa. The manager has confirmed the loan move won't be made permanent. Because of specific rules regarding playing for two clubs in a campaign, a return to his parent club before next summer appears to be the only viable outcome. K. Yildiz This exciting Turkey forward is in fine form for the Italian giants this term. With his existing deal nearing its end, many Premier League clubs – including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the developments. The Turin club are eager to tie down the 20-year-old to a new long-term agreement but face a race to retain one of the continent's most promising prospects. Kees Smit This highly-touted Netherlands teenage midfielder has earned comparisons to a Belgian superstar for his playing style. Following impressing at the Under-19 European Championship, Smit has become a regular in the AZ first team. The teenager is heavily expected to complete a big-money move this month. Newcastle are believed to be leading the chase, but are facing strong competition from the Spanish champions for a signing valued at approximately twenty-two million pounds.