From Marc Guéhi to Kenan Yildiz – Which Players Are Set to Be Making a Switch in the winter Transfer Market?

This winter transfer window is typically a period of significant speculation and potential big-money transfers. Several high-profile players find themselves connected to moves away from their current teams. Here is a look at a selection of the top names who are poised to be changing clubs in January.

A. Semenyo

Despite the Black Stars' inability to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations, which has kept the forward in contention, reports suggest an important move is close. This 25-year-old possesses a contract featuring a substantial release clause applicable for a two-week window in early January. Recent developments point to Manchester City have emerged as his signature. Former interested parties like Tottenham and Chelsea are said to have turned their attention to other targets, leaving clubs like Liverpool or Manchester United to make a late bid.

M. Guéhi

This England defender has impress for Crystal Palace this season a summer transfer to Liverpool falling through. As his contract due to expire in the summer, this represents the London club's final chance to obtain a transfer fee for their skipper. A host of top sides, such as City and several continental powerhouses including Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, reportedly hold an interest. Yet, a winter departure remains difficult, especially given the coach's reliance on the defender.

B. Johnson

This Wales forward has found starting opportunities hard to come by at Spurs this campaign. Despite being the side's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, he has begun only a small number of Premier League matches. Reports suggest the London club is willing to consider a transfer for the correct price, thought to be in the region of £40 million. The Cherries are currently leading the chase, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally showing an interest.

Spurs value Brennan Johnson at around £40m.

Rúben Neves

The Portugal midfielder might be set for a return to the Premier League following a spell in the Saudi Pro League. Still only 28, while his agreement expiring in the summer of 2026, he is a possible opportunity. Clubs such as Manchester United and Liverpool have been connected to the player. Furthermore, there are suggestions from Spain that he is prepared to take a reduced salary for a switch to Real Madrid.

M. ter Stegen

This experienced Germany goalkeeper finds himself as the third option at Barcelona under the coach Flick. Having fallen out of favour and had surgery, a winter departure looks increasingly likely. Villa were initially linked as a potential suitor, but that option currently seems unlikely. Instead, interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are reportedly expressing curiosity in the keeper.

I. Toney

This proven English centre-forward has kept scoring frequently in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League might enhance his fading hopes of making the national squad. However, arranging a deal presents major challenges. Al-Ahli do not wish to part with him, and his reported huge weekly wages render any agreement difficult. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all mentioned as interested parties.

The striker helped his Saudi club to victory in the domestic cup final.

C. Gallagher

The dynamic midfielder drew considerable attention in the off-season but remained at Atlético Madrid. Having limited starts in Spain this term, he is keen to secure more playing time ahead of the World Cup. Manchester United are strongly linked, and a move back to Crystal Palace, where he shone on loan, remains a possibility, although financial constraints might be a problem.

H. Elliott

Despite starring and winning the best player award at the U21 Euros in the summer, the young midfielder has struggled for minutes during his loan spell at Aston Villa. Unai Emery has confirmed the temporary transfer won't become permanent. Due to FIFA regulations regarding representing multiple teams in a campaign, a return to Liverpool before next season appears to be the only available outcome.

Kenan Yildiz

The highly-rated Turkey attacker has been in excellent form for Juventus this season. As his existing deal running down, a host of Premier League clubs – such as Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the developments. The Turin club are eager to tie down the youngster to a new long-term agreement but are in a race to retain one of the continent's brightest prospects.

Kees Smit

The much-admired Dutch teenage midfielder has drawn comparisons to Kevin De Bruyne for his playing style. After starring at the U19 Euros, he has become a regular in the AZ first team. This 19-year-old is widely tipped to complete a big-money transfer in January. Newcastle are believed to be frontrunners, but are facing strong rivalry from the Spanish champions for a deal priced at around twenty-two million pounds.