🔗 Share this article Concerning Marc Guéhi to Yildiz – Which Players Might Be on the Move during the January Transfer Window? The January recruitment period proves to be a period of intense speculation and potential major moves. Numerous high-profile footballers are being linked with transfers away from their present clubs. We examine some of the major figures who might be changing clubs this month. A. Semenyo Although the Black Stars' inability to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations, which has kept the forward available, indications are a major move is close. This 25-year-old possesses a contract featuring a substantial release clause active for a two-week period in early January. Latest developments point to Manchester City have emerged as his services. Former suitors like Tottenham and Chelsea are said to have turned their attention to alternative options, potentially opening the door for clubs such as Liverpool or Manchester United to attempt a late bid. Marc Guéhi This English centre-back has excel for Crystal Palace despite a previous move to Anfield falling through. As his contract due to run out in the summer, January is the London club's final chance to secure a fee for their captain. Numerous top sides, including City and several European giants like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to be interested. Yet, a January exit remains unlikely, especially given the coach's dependence on the defender. B. Johnson This Welsh forward has found starting minutes hard to come by at Spurs this campaign. Although finishing as the side's top scorer last season, he has begun just a small number of league matches. Reports suggest the London outfit is open to a sale for the right price, believed to be in the region of £40 million. Bournemouth are currently leading the chase, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford also credited with an interest. Spurs rate the Welsh international at around forty million pounds. R. Neves This Portugal playmaker could be set for a comeback to the English top flight after a spell in the Saudi Pro League. Now just 28, and with his contract expiring in the summer of 2026, he is a possible opportunity. Clubs like Manchester United and Liverpool are linked with the player. Furthermore, there have been rumours from Spanish media that he would be willing to accept a reduced salary for a move to Real Madrid. Marc-André ter Stegen This experienced German shot-stopper is now as the third option at Barcelona under the coach Hansi Flick. Having fallen out of favour and undergone surgery, a winter departure seems increasingly likely. Aston Villa were initially linked as a potential destination, but that move now appears off. Instead, clubs from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are reportedly showing interest in the 33-year-old. Ivan Toney The proven England centre-forward has continued scoring regularly in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League might boost his dwindling chances of making the England World Cup. However, arranging a deal poses significant challenges. Al-Ahli do not wish to sell him, and his alleged enormous weekly wages render any agreement difficult. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton have all been mentioned as admirers. The striker was instrumental as Al-Ahli to a win in the Saudi Super Cup showpiece. Conor Gallagher This energetic midfielder drew widespread interest in the summer but remained at Atlético. With limited starts in La Liga this term, he is eager to find more minutes ahead of the tournament. Manchester United have been heavily connected, and a move back to Selhurst Park, a club he excelled on loan, is also a option, though wage constraints could prove a problem. H. Elliott Despite starring and being named player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, this talented midfielder has found it tough for game time on loan at Aston Villa. Unai Emery has stated the loan move won't become permanent. Due to FIFA regulations about playing for two clubs in a season, a return to Liverpool prior to next season appears to be the sole available solution. Kenan Yildiz This highly-rated Turkey attacker is in excellent form for the Italian giants this term. As his current contract running down, a host of Premier League clubs – including Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are monitoring the situation. Juventus are eager to secure the youngster to a new long-term agreement but are in a race to retain one of the continent's most promising young talents. K. Smit The highly-touted Dutch midfielder has drawn comparisons to a Belgian superstar for his playing style. After impressing at the U19 Euros, Smit has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar first team. The teenager is heavily tipped to complete a big-money move in January. Newcastle United reportedly are leading the chase, but could face stiff competition from Real Madrid for a deal priced at approximately £22 million.