🔗 Share this article Concerning Guéhi and Yildiz – Which Players Might Be Transferring in the January Transfer Market? This winter transfer window is always a time of feverish speculation and possible major transfers. A number of notable players are being connected to transfers out of their current clubs. This article explores some of the top figures that are poised to be changing clubs in January. A. Semenyo Although the Black Stars' failure to qualify for the AFCON, which has left the player available, indications are a major transfer is close. This 25-year-old has a deal featuring a sizeable buy-out clause applicable for a two-week window at the start of the month. Latest reports indicate Manchester City are now the frontrunners for his signature. Former suitors such as Chelsea and Tottenham reportedly have turned their attention to other targets, leaving teams like Liverpool or Manchester United to make a last-minute bid. M. Guéhi This English defender has excel for Palace this season a summer move to Liverpool falling through. With his contract set to run out in the close season, January is the club's last chance to secure a transfer fee for their skipper. A host of elite sides, including City and several European giants like Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, reportedly be interested. However, a winter exit is considered difficult, especially given the coach's dependence on the defender. Brennan Johnson The Wales forward has found first-team opportunities limited at Tottenham this campaign. Although being the side's leading goalscorer last season, Johnson has begun only a small number of league games. It is understood the North London club would be open to a sale for the correct valuation, believed to be in the region of £40 million. Bournemouth appear to be leading the chase, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally credited with an inquiry. Spurs value Brennan Johnson at around £40m. Rúben Neves This Portugal playmaker could be poised 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, he represents a possible opportunity. Teams such as Manchester United and Liverpool have been linked with the player. Furthermore, there have been suggestions from Spanish media that he would be willing to accept a pay cut for a switch to Real Madrid. Marc-André ter Stegen The experienced German goalkeeper is now as third-choice at Barcelona under the manager Hansi Flick. After lost his place and undergone surgery, a January exit seems increasingly probable. Aston Villa were initially mentioned as a possible suitor, but that option now appears unlikely. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be expressing curiosity in the keeper. I. Toney The proven English centre-forward has continued finding the net frequently in Saudi Arabia. A return to the Premier League might enhance his fading hopes of being in the England World Cup. However, arranging a transfer presents significant hurdles. His current club do not wish to sell him, and his reported huge salary make any move complicated. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all mentioned as interested parties. Ivan Toney helped Al-Ahli to a win in the Saudi Super Cup final. Conor Gallagher This energetic midfielder drew widespread interest in the off-season but stayed at Atlético Madrid. Having limited starting appearances in La Liga this term, he is eager to secure more minutes ahead of the World Cup. Manchester United are strongly connected, and a return to Crystal Palace, where he shone on a temporary deal, remains a option, although financial demands might prove a stumbling block. H. Elliott Although starring and winning the best player award at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, the young player has found it tough for minutes on loan at Villa. The manager has confirmed the temporary transfer won't become permanent. Because of FIFA regulations regarding representing two clubs in a season, a return to Liverpool prior to next season seems to be the only viable outcome. Kenan Yildiz The exciting Turkish forward has been in excellent form for Juventus this term. As his existing deal running down, many English clubs – including Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are keeping tabs on the situation. Juventus are desperate to tie down the 20-year-old to a lengthy agreement but are in a battle to retain one of the continent's brightest young talents. Kees Smit The much-admired Dutch midfielder has earned parallels to a Belgian superstar for his playing style. After starring at the Under-19 European Championship, he has broken into the AZ first team. The teenager is widely tipped to complete a major move this month. Newcastle are believed to be frontrunners, but are facing strong competition from the Spanish champions for a deal valued at around £22 million.