Concerning Guéhi and Kenan Yildiz – Who Are Set to Be Transferring this January Transfer Window?

This January recruitment period is typically a period of significant speculation and potential big-money transfers. Several prominent players are being linked with transfers out of their current teams. This article explores a selection of the major figures who are poised to be changing clubs in January.

A. Semenyo

Although Ghana's failure to qualify for the AFCON, which has kept the forward available, it appears a significant move is imminent. The Bournemouth attacker has a contract featuring a substantial release clause applicable for a short period at the start of the month. Recent reports indicate Manchester City have emerged as his services. Former interested parties such as Chelsea and Tottenham reportedly have moved on to other targets, potentially opening the door for clubs such as Liverpool or Manchester United to attempt a late bid.

Marc Guéhi

This England centre-back has continued to excel for Crystal Palace despite a summer move to Liverpool falling through. With his deal due to expire in the summer, January is the club's last opportunity to obtain a fee for their skipper. A host of elite sides, such as Manchester City and multiple European giants including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to hold an interest. Yet, a winter exit is considered difficult, particularly given the coach's dependence on the player.

B. Johnson

This Welsh forward has found starting minutes hard to come by at Tottenham this term. Despite being the club's top scorer last season, he has started only a small number of Premier League matches. Reports suggest the London club would be willing to consider a sale for the correct valuation, thought to be in the region of £40 million. Bournemouth are currently at the front of the queue, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford also showing an interest.

Tottenham value the Welsh international at approximately £40m.

R. Neves

The Portugal midfielder could be poised for a return to the Premier League after a spell in Saudi Arabia. Now just 28, and with his agreement ending in the summer of 2026, he is a possible bargain. Teams like Liverpool and Manchester United have been linked with the former Wolves man. Furthermore, there have been suggestions from Spanish media that he is willing to accept a pay cut for a switch to Real Madrid.

M. ter Stegen

This veteran German goalkeeper is now as the third option at Barcelona following new coach Flick. Having fallen out of favour and undergone surgery, a winter exit looks highly probable. Villa were initially linked as a potential suitor, but that move currently seems unlikely. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are reportedly showing curiosity in the 33-year-old.

Ivan Toney

The proven English centre-forward has kept finding the net frequently in Saudi Arabia. Coming back to the Premier League might enhance his dwindling hopes of making the England squad. But, securing a deal presents major challenges. Al-Ahli are reluctant to part with him, and his alleged enormous salary make any agreement difficult. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton have all been mentioned as admirers.

The striker was instrumental as his Saudi club to victory in the Saudi Super Cup final.

Conor Gallagher

This dynamic English midfielder drew widespread interest in the off-season but stayed at Atlético Madrid. Having few starting appearances in Spain this season, he is eager to secure more playing time ahead of the tournament. United are heavily linked, and a move back to Crystal Palace, where he shone on a temporary deal, is also a possibility, although financial demands might prove a problem.

H. Elliott

Although starring and being named the best player award at the U21 Euros last summer, the young midfielder has found it tough for minutes during his loan spell at Aston Villa. The manager has confirmed the loan move will not be made permanent. Due to specific rules regarding playing for two clubs in a season, a move back to his parent club before next summer seems to be the sole available outcome.

K. Yildiz

The highly-rated Turkey forward is in excellent form for the Italian giants this season. With his existing deal nearing its end, a host of Premier League sides – including Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are keeping tabs on the developments. The Turin club are eager to tie down the 20-year-old to a new long-term agreement but are in a race to keep one of Europe's brightest prospects.

Kees Smit

This much-admired Netherlands teenage midfielder has earned comparisons to Kevin De Bruyne for his playing style. Following starring at the Under-19 European Championship, Smit has become a regular in the AZ first team. This teenager is widely tipped to make a big-money transfer in January. Newcastle are believed to be leading the chase, but could face strong rivalry from Real Madrid for a signing valued at approximately £22 million.