🔗 Share this article Concerning Marc Guéhi to Kenan Yildiz – Which Players Might Be Making a Switch this January Transfer Market? The winter transfer window is always a time of feverish rumour and possible major moves. Several high-profile players are being connected to moves out of their current clubs. This article explores some of the key figures who might be on the move in January. A. Semenyo Despite the Black Stars' failure to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations, which has left the forward in contention, reports suggest a major transfer is close. The 25-year-old has a deal with a sizeable buy-out clause applicable for a brief period at the start of the month. Recent reports suggest Manchester City are now the frontrunners for his services. Former interested parties like Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have turned their attention to other options, potentially opening the door for teams like Liverpool or Manchester United to make a last-minute move. Marc Guéhi This England defender has excel for Palace despite a previous transfer to Liverpool falling through. With his deal due to run out in the close season, January is the club's final chance to secure a fee for their skipper. A host of elite clubs, such as Manchester City and several continental powerhouses including Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, are believed to be interested. Yet, a winter exit remains unlikely, especially given the manager's reliance on the player. B. Johnson The Welsh forward has found starting minutes limited at Tottenham this term. Although being the club's top scorer the previous campaign, Johnson has begun only a handful of Premier League games. Reports suggest the North London outfit is open to a transfer for the correct price, believed to be in the around forty million pounds. Bournemouth appear to be leading the chase, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally showing an interest. Spurs value the Welsh international at around forty million pounds. R. Neves This Portuguese playmaker might be set for a return to the English top flight after a spell in the Saudi Pro League. Now just 28, and with his agreement expiring in the summer, he is a potential bargain. Clubs like Manchester United and Liverpool have been linked with the player. Furthermore, there are suggestions from Spain that he is willing to accept a reduced salary for a switch to Real Madrid. Marc-André ter Stegen This experienced Germany goalkeeper finds himself as the third option at Barcelona under new coach Flick. Having lost his place and had surgery, a winter departure looks highly probable. Aston Villa were once linked as a potential suitor, but that option currently seems off. Instead, interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be showing interest in the keeper. I. Toney This proven English centre-forward has continued finding the net regularly in Saudi Arabia. A return to the Premier League might boost his fading hopes of being in the England World Cup. But, arranging a deal presents major hurdles. Al-Ahli do not wish to part with him, and his alleged huge salary render any agreement difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United are all linked as interested parties. The striker helped Al-Ahli to a win in the Saudi Super Cup showpiece. C. Gallagher The dynamic English midfielder drew considerable interest in the off-season but stayed at Atlético Madrid. Having few starting appearances in Spain this season, he is eager to secure more playing time ahead of the World Cup. United have been strongly connected, and a move back to Selhurst Park, a club he excelled on loan, is also a possibility, although financial constraints could be a problem. Harvey Elliott Despite starring and winning the best player award at the U21 Euros in the summer, this talented player has found it tough for minutes on loan at Villa. The manager has stated the loan move won't be made permanent. Due to FIFA regulations regarding playing for two clubs in a season, a move back to his parent club prior to next summer seems to be the sole viable outcome. Kenan Yildiz This highly-rated Turkey attacker has been in fine form for Juventus this season. With his existing contract running down, many Premier League clubs – such as Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the situation. The Turin club are desperate to secure the 20-year-old to a lengthy agreement but are in a battle to keep one of the continent's brightest young talents. K. Smit This much-admired Dutch midfielder has drawn parallels to Kevin De Bruyne for his playing style. Following starring at the Under-19 European Championship, he has broken into the AZ side. This teenager is widely tipped to complete a major move this month. Newcastle United reportedly are frontrunners, but are facing stiff competition from the Spanish champions for a deal priced at approximately twenty-two million pounds.