🔗 Share this article From Marc Guéhi and Kenan Yildiz – Which Players Are Set to Be Making a Switch during the January Transfer Market? This January transfer market proves to be a time of significant rumour and possible big-money moves. Numerous notable footballers are being connected to transfers out of their present teams. We examine some of the top names that are poised to be on the move in January. A. Semenyo Despite Ghana's inability to qualify for the AFCON, which has left the player available, indications are an important transfer is close. This Bournemouth attacker has a contract featuring a sizeable release clause active for a short period in early January. Recent reports indicate Manchester City are now the frontrunners for his services. Other suitors like Chelsea and Tottenham reportedly have moved on to alternative options, potentially opening the door for clubs such as Liverpool or Manchester United to attempt a late move. M. Guéhi The England defender has impress for Palace despite a summer move to Anfield collapsing. With his contract set to expire in the close season, January is the club's last chance to obtain a fee for their captain. Numerous top clubs, including Manchester City and multiple continental powerhouses like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly hold an interest. Yet, a winter departure is considered unlikely, particularly given the manager's dependence on the defender. B. Johnson The Wales winger has found starting minutes hard to come by at Tottenham this campaign. Although being the club's top scorer last season, he has begun just a small number of Premier League games. It is understood the North London club would be open to a transfer for the correct price, thought to be in the region of forty million pounds. Bournemouth are currently at the front of the queue, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally showing an inquiry. Spurs value Brennan Johnson at approximately £40m. R. Neves This Portugal midfielder might be poised for a comeback to the English top flight after a period in Saudi Arabia. Still just 28, while his contract expiring in the summer of 2026, he is a potential bargain. Teams like Manchester United and Liverpool are linked with the former Wolves man. Furthermore, there are rumours from Spain that he would be willing to accept a pay cut for a move to the Spanish giants. Marc-André ter Stegen The veteran German shot-stopper finds himself as third-choice at Barça under the manager Flick. After fallen out of favour and had an operation, a January departure looks increasingly likely. Aston Villa were once mentioned as a possible destination, but that option currently seems unlikely. Instead, clubs from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be showing interest in the keeper. I. Toney This proven English striker has continued scoring frequently in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League could enhance his fading chances of making the England World Cup. But, arranging a transfer poses significant challenges. His current club are reluctant to part with him, and his reported enormous weekly wages render any move difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been linked as interested parties. Ivan Toney was instrumental as Al-Ahli to victory in the domestic cup final. C. Gallagher This dynamic English midfielder attracted widespread attention in the summer but remained at Atlético Madrid. With limited starts in Spain this term, he may be keen to find more playing time ahead of the tournament. Manchester United have been heavily connected, and a return to Crystal Palace, where he shone on loan, remains a possibility, although financial constraints could prove a problem. H. Elliott Although starring and winning player of the tournament at the U21 Euros last summer, the young midfielder has struggled for minutes during his loan spell at Villa. The manager has confirmed the temporary transfer will not become permanent. Due to specific rules regarding representing two clubs in a campaign, a move back to Liverpool before next summer seems to be the sole viable solution. Kenan Yildiz This highly-rated Turkey forward is in excellent form for the Italian giants this season. With his current deal running down, many Premier League sides – such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are monitoring the situation. Juventus are eager to secure the 20-year-old to a lengthy contract but are in a race to retain one of the continent's brightest prospects. Kees Smit This much-admired Netherlands teenage midfielder has earned parallels to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. After starring at the Under-19 European Championship, Smit has broken into the AZ first team. This 19-year-old is widely tipped to make a major transfer in January. Newcastle reportedly are leading the chase, but could face strong competition from Real Madrid for a deal valued at around £22 million.