Regarding Marc Guéhi to Yildiz – Who Are Set to Be on the Move in the January Transfer Market?

The winter recruitment period proves to be a period of intense rumour and possible big-money deals. Several high-profile stars are being linked with transfers away from their current teams. Here is a look at some of the top figures who are poised to be on the move this month.

Antoine Semenyo

Despite the Black Stars' inability to qualify for the AFCON, this has left the player available, it appears an important transfer is close. The Bournemouth attacker has a deal featuring a substantial release clause applicable for a short window in early January. Latest reports indicate Manchester City have emerged as his services. Other suitors such as Tottenham and Chelsea reportedly have moved on to alternative options, leaving clubs such as Liverpool or Manchester United to make a last-minute move.

Marc Guéhi

The English defender has continued to excel for Crystal Palace this season a summer transfer to Liverpool collapsing. As his contract due to expire in the close season, this represents the club's last opportunity to secure a transfer fee for their skipper. A host of elite sides, such as Manchester City and multiple European giants like Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, reportedly be interested. However, a January exit remains difficult, especially given the coach's reliance on the player.

Brennan Johnson

The Wales forward has found first-team minutes hard to come by at Tottenham this term. Although being the club's top scorer last season, he has started only a handful of league matches. It is understood the North London outfit would be open to a transfer for the correct valuation, believed to be in the region of £40 million. Bournemouth appear to be at the front of the queue, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford also showing an inquiry.

Tottenham rate Brennan Johnson at around £40m.

Rúben Neves

The Portugal midfielder might be poised for a return to the English top flight following a period in Saudi Arabia. Now only twenty-eight, while his agreement ending in the summer of 2026, he is a potential opportunity. Clubs such as Manchester United and Liverpool are connected to the former Wolves man. Furthermore, there are rumours from Spanish media that he is willing to take a pay cut for a move to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

The experienced Germany goalkeeper is now as the third option at Barça under the manager Hansi Flick. Having lost his place and undergone surgery, a January departure looks increasingly likely. Villa were once mentioned as a possible destination, but that move now appears off. Instead, interest from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are reportedly showing interest in the 33-year-old.

Ivan Toney

This proven England striker has continued finding the net regularly in Saudi Arabia. A return to the Premier League could boost his dwindling chances of being in the national squad. However, securing a deal poses significant challenges. Al-Ahli are reluctant to sell him, and his alleged enormous salary render any agreement difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been mentioned as interested parties.

The striker was instrumental as his Saudi club to a win in the domestic cup final.

C. Gallagher

The energetic English midfielder attracted widespread interest in the summer but stayed at Atlético. Having limited starting appearances in Spain this season, he is keen to secure more playing time ahead of the World Cup. Manchester United have been heavily linked, and a return to Selhurst Park, where he shone on loan, is also a option, although financial demands might be a problem.

Harvey Elliott

Despite starring and winning player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, this talented player has found it tough for game time on loan at Villa. The manager has confirmed the temporary transfer won't be made permanent. Due to FIFA regulations regarding playing for multiple teams in a season, a return to his parent club before next season appears to be the sole available outcome.

K. Yildiz

This exciting Turkish forward has been in fine form for Juventus this term. With his existing contract nearing its end, a host of English sides – including Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are monitoring the situation. Juventus are desperate to tie down the 20-year-old to a lengthy agreement but are in a race to retain one of Europe's brightest young talents.

Kees Smit

The highly-touted Netherlands teenage midfielder has earned comparisons to Kevin De Bruyne for his playing style. Following starring at the Under-19 European Championship, he has broken into the AZ first team. The 19-year-old is heavily tipped to make a big-money move this month. Newcastle are believed to be frontrunners, but are facing stiff rivalry from Real Madrid for a deal valued at approximately twenty-two million pounds.