From Marc Guéhi to Yildiz – Which Players Might Be Making a Switch during the winter Transfer Window?

This January transfer window proves to be a period of feverish rumour and potential big-money deals. Numerous high-profile players are being linked with transfers away from their present clubs. Here is a look at some of the major figures who might be changing clubs in January.

Antoine Semenyo

Despite Ghana's failure to reach the AFCON, which has left the forward in contention, it appears a significant transfer is imminent. This 25-year-old has a deal with a sizeable buy-out clause active for a two-week period in early January. Recent reports indicate the Premier League champions look to have won the race for his services. Other interested parties like Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have moved on to alternative options, potentially opening the door for teams such as Manchester United or Liverpool to attempt a last-minute bid.

M. Guéhi

The England defender has continued to impress for Crystal Palace this season a summer transfer to Liverpool falling through. With his deal due to expire in the summer, January is the London club's final opportunity to obtain a transfer fee for their skipper. Numerous elite sides, including Manchester City and several continental powerhouses including Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, are believed to be interested. Yet, a winter exit is considered unlikely, especially given the manager's reliance on the player.

Brennan Johnson

This Wales winger has had starting minutes limited at Spurs this term. Although finishing as the club's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, he has started only a handful of Premier League games. It is understood the North London outfit is willing to consider a sale for the right price, believed to be in the around forty million pounds. The Cherries are currently leading the chase, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford also showing an interest.

Tottenham rate Brennan Johnson at approximately £40m.

R. Neves

This Portuguese midfielder might be set for a comeback to the Premier League following a spell in the Saudi Pro League. Still only twenty-eight, and with his contract expiring in the summer, he is a possible opportunity. Clubs like Manchester United and Liverpool are connected to the former Wolves man. Furthermore, there have been suggestions from Spanish media that he would be prepared to take a reduced salary for a switch to Real Madrid.

Marc-André ter Stegen

The experienced German shot-stopper is now as the third option at Barça under new coach Hansi Flick. After lost his place and had surgery, a January departure seems increasingly probable. Aston Villa were initially linked as a potential destination, but that move now appears off. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be expressing interest in the keeper.

I. Toney

The prolific English striker has continued scoring regularly in the Middle East. Coming back to the Premier League could enhance his dwindling chances of making the national World Cup. However, securing a transfer presents significant hurdles. His current club do not wish to part with him, and his reported huge salary render any move complicated. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all mentioned as admirers.

The striker was instrumental as Al-Ahli to victory in the domestic cup showpiece.

Conor Gallagher

The dynamic English midfielder attracted considerable attention in the summer but remained at Atlético Madrid. With limited starts in Spain this term, he is keen to find more minutes ahead of the tournament. United are strongly connected, and a move back to Selhurst Park, a club he excelled on a temporary deal, remains a option, though financial constraints might prove a problem.

Harvey Elliott

Although starring and winning the best player award at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, the young midfielder has found it tough for minutes during his loan spell at Villa. The manager has stated the loan move won't become permanent. Because of specific rules about representing two clubs in a campaign, a move back to his parent club before next season appears to be the sole viable solution.

Kenan Yildiz

This exciting Turkish forward is in fine form for the Italian giants this term. With his existing contract running down, a host of Premier League sides – such as Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the developments. The Turin club are desperate to secure the youngster to a new long-term agreement but are in a battle to retain one of Europe's most promising prospects.

K. Smit

The much-admired Dutch midfielder has earned parallels to Kevin De Bruyne for his playing style. Following impressing at the U19 Euros, he has broken into the AZ first team. The 19-year-old is widely tipped to complete a major transfer this month. Newcastle United reportedly are frontrunners, but could face stiff competition from the Spanish champions for a signing priced at approximately twenty-two million pounds.