From Guéhi and Yildiz – Who Are Set to Be Transferring during the winter Transfer Market?

This winter transfer market is always a period of intense rumour and possible big-money moves. Several notable footballers find themselves connected to transfers away from their present clubs. This article explores some of the key figures who are poised to be on the move in January.

Antoine Semenyo

Although the Black Stars' failure to qualify for the AFCON, this has left the forward available, reports suggest a significant transfer is close. The Bournemouth attacker has a deal featuring a sizeable buy-out clause active for a two-week period in early January. Recent developments suggest Manchester City look to have won the race for his signature. Former interested parties like Tottenham and Chelsea reportedly have turned their attention to alternative targets, potentially opening the door for teams like Liverpool or Manchester United to make a late bid.

Marc Guéhi

The England defender has excel for Palace despite a previous move to Anfield collapsing. With his contract due to expire in the summer, January is the London club's final chance to obtain a transfer fee for their captain. A host of elite sides, including City and multiple European giants like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to hold an interest. However, a winter departure is considered unlikely, especially given the manager's reliance on the defender.

B. Johnson

This Welsh forward has found starting minutes limited at Spurs this campaign. Despite finishing as the club's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, Johnson has started just a small number of league games. It is understood the London club is open to a sale for the right price, believed to be in the region of £40 million. Bournemouth appear to be at the front of the queue, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford also showing an interest.

Spurs value the Welsh international at around £40m.

R. Neves

The Portugal midfielder might be set for a return to the English top flight following a period in the Saudi Pro League. Still just twenty-eight, and with his agreement expiring in the summer, he is a potential bargain. Teams such as Liverpool and Manchester United are linked with the player. Additionally, there are rumours from Spain that he is willing to accept a pay cut for a switch to Real Madrid.

M. ter Stegen

This experienced Germany goalkeeper finds himself as the third option at Barça under new coach Hansi Flick. After fallen out of favour and had an operation, a winter departure seems increasingly probable. Villa were once linked as a possible destination, but that option currently seems unlikely. Instead, interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be showing interest in the keeper.

Ivan Toney

The prolific English striker has continued finding the net regularly in Saudi Arabia. Coming back to the Premier League could enhance his dwindling hopes of being in the national squad. But, securing a transfer poses significant hurdles. Al-Ahli are reluctant to sell him, and his reported huge weekly wages make any agreement complicated. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been mentioned as admirers.

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

Conor Gallagher

This energetic English midfielder attracted widespread interest in the off-season but stayed at Atlético Madrid. Having limited starting appearances in Spain this season, he is keen to find more playing time ahead of the tournament. Manchester United have been heavily linked, and a move back to Selhurst Park, where he shone on loan, remains a option, though financial constraints might prove a problem.

Harvey Elliott

Despite starring and being named the best player award at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, this talented player has struggled for game time on loan at Villa. Unai Emery has confirmed the temporary transfer will not be made permanent. Due to FIFA regulations about playing for multiple teams in a campaign, a move back to his parent club prior to next season seems to be the only viable solution.

K. Yildiz

This exciting Turkey forward is in excellent form for Juventus this season. As his existing contract running down, many English sides – including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are keeping tabs on the situation. Juventus are eager to tie down the 20-year-old to a lengthy agreement but face a battle to keep one of Europe's most promising prospects.

K. Smit

The much-admired Netherlands midfielder has earned comparisons to a Belgian superstar for his style of play. Following starring at the U19 Euros, he has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar side. The teenager is widely tipped to make a major transfer in January. Newcastle reportedly are frontrunners, but could face strong competition from the Spanish champions for a deal valued at around twenty-two million pounds.