From Guéhi and Kenan Yildiz – Which Players Could Be Making a Switch this winter Transfer Window?

This January recruitment period is always a period of feverish rumour and possible major deals. Several prominent stars are being linked with transfers out of their present teams. This article explores some of the key figures that might be changing clubs this month.

A. Semenyo

Although the Black Stars' failure to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations, this has left the forward available, it appears a significant move is close. This 25-year-old has a deal with a £65 million release clause active for a short period at the start of the month. Latest developments point to Manchester City have emerged as his signature. Other suitors like Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have moved on to alternative targets, leaving clubs like Manchester United or Liverpool to make a late bid.

Marc Guéhi

This England defender has excel for Palace despite a previous move to Liverpool falling through. With his deal set to run out in the close season, this represents the club's final opportunity to secure a transfer fee for their skipper. A host of elite clubs, such as Manchester City and multiple continental powerhouses including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to hold an interest. However, a January exit remains difficult, especially given the manager's reliance on the defender.

Brennan Johnson

This Wales winger has found first-team minutes hard to come by at Spurs this campaign. Although being the side's top scorer last season, he has started only a handful of league matches. It is understood the London club would be open to a transfer for the right valuation, thought to be in the around forty million pounds. Bournemouth appear to be leading the chase, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace also credited with an inquiry.

Spurs value the Welsh international at around forty million pounds.

R. Neves

This Portugal playmaker could be set for a comeback to the Premier League after a period in the Saudi Pro League. Still only twenty-eight, while his agreement ending in the summer, he is a possible opportunity. Clubs such as Liverpool and Manchester United are connected to the former Wolves man. Additionally, there have been suggestions from Spanish media that he is willing to take a pay cut for a switch to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

This veteran Germany goalkeeper finds himself as the third option at Barcelona under the coach Flick. After lost his place and undergone an operation, a January exit seems increasingly likely. Villa were once mentioned as a potential destination, but that option currently seems unlikely. Instead, clubs from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be expressing curiosity in the 33-year-old.

I. Toney

This prolific English centre-forward has continued scoring regularly in Saudi Arabia. A return to the Premier League might boost his fading chances of being in the England squad. But, securing a deal poses significant hurdles. His current club are reluctant to sell him, and his reported enormous salary make any move difficult. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton have all been linked as interested parties.

The striker helped Al-Ahli to a win in the Saudi Super Cup showpiece.

C. Gallagher

This dynamic midfielder drew considerable attention in the off-season but remained at Atlético. Having few starting appearances in La Liga this season, he is eager to secure more playing time ahead of the World Cup. Manchester United are strongly linked, and a move back to Selhurst Park, a club he shone on a temporary deal, is also a possibility, though wage demands might prove a problem.

Harvey Elliott

Although starring and winning player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, this talented player has struggled for minutes on loan at Villa. The manager has confirmed the temporary transfer won't be made permanent. Due to specific rules regarding representing two clubs in a season, a move back to Liverpool prior to next season seems to be the only available outcome.

K. Yildiz

The exciting Turkish forward is in excellent form for Juventus this season. With his current contract running down, many Premier League sides – including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are keeping tabs on the developments. Juventus are eager to secure the youngster to a new long-term contract but are in a battle to keep one of Europe's brightest young talents.

K. Smit

The much-admired 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 teenager is heavily expected to complete a major move this month. Newcastle reportedly are leading the chase, but are facing strong rivalry from the Spanish champions for a deal valued at around £22 million.