🔗 Share this article Concerning Guéhi to Yildiz – Who Are Set to Be Making a Switch during the January Transfer Market? This winter recruitment period is always a period of intense speculation and possible big-money transfers. Numerous prominent footballers find themselves linked with moves away from their present clubs. This article explores some of the top names that could be on the move this month. A. Semenyo Despite the Black Stars' failure to qualify for the AFCON, which has left the player available, indications are an important move is imminent. The 25-year-old possesses a deal featuring a £65 million buy-out clause applicable for a short window at the start of the month. Recent developments suggest Manchester City look to have won the race for his signature. Other suitors such as Chelsea and Tottenham reportedly have moved on to alternative targets, potentially opening the door for teams such as Manchester United or Liverpool to make a late move. Marc Guéhi The England defender has impress for Crystal Palace despite a previous move to Liverpool collapsing. With his deal due to run out in the summer, this represents the club's last chance to secure a transfer fee for their captain. Numerous elite clubs, including Manchester City and multiple continental powerhouses like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to be interested. However, a January exit remains difficult, especially given the coach's reliance on the defender. B. Johnson The Welsh winger has found first-team opportunities limited at Tottenham this term. Although being the club's leading goalscorer last season, Johnson has begun just a handful of Premier League games. It is understood the London club is willing to consider a sale for the correct valuation, believed to be in the around forty million pounds. Bournemouth are currently at the front of the queue, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford also showing an interest. Spurs rate the Welsh international at approximately forty million pounds. R. Neves The Portugal playmaker might be set for a comeback to the English top flight following a period in Saudi Arabia. Now only 28, while his agreement ending in the summer, he is a possible opportunity. Teams like Manchester United and Liverpool are linked with the player. Furthermore, there have been rumours from Spain that he would be willing to accept a pay cut for a move to the Spanish giants. Marc-André ter Stegen This veteran German goalkeeper finds himself as third-choice at Barça under new manager Flick. Having fallen out of favour and undergone an operation, a winter departure seems highly likely. Aston Villa were initially linked as a possible suitor, but that move now appears off. Instead, interest from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be expressing interest in the 33-year-old. Ivan Toney The proven English centre-forward has kept scoring frequently in the Middle East. Coming back to the Premier League might boost his dwindling chances of making the national squad. But, securing a transfer poses major hurdles. Al-Ahli are reluctant to sell him, and his reported huge salary render any move difficult. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all mentioned as interested parties. Ivan Toney helped his Saudi club to victory in the Saudi Super Cup final. C. Gallagher The dynamic English midfielder attracted considerable interest in the off-season but stayed at Atlético Madrid. Having limited starts in La Liga this season, he may be keen to find more minutes ahead of the tournament. Manchester United are heavily linked, and a move back to Crystal Palace, a club he excelled on a temporary deal, remains a option, though wage constraints could be a problem. H. Elliott Despite starring and being named the best player award at the U21 Euros last summer, this young player has found it tough for minutes during his loan spell at Aston Villa. The manager has confirmed the loan move won't become permanent. Due to FIFA regulations regarding playing for two clubs in a season, a return to his parent club before next summer appears to be the only viable solution. Kenan Yildiz This exciting Turkey attacker is in excellent form for the Italian giants this term. As his existing deal nearing its end, a host of Premier League sides – including Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are monitoring the developments. The Turin club are desperate to secure the 20-year-old to a lengthy agreement but face a battle to keep one of Europe's most promising young talents. K. Smit The much-admired Dutch teenage midfielder has earned comparisons to a Belgian superstar for his playing style. Following starring at the Under-19 European Championship, Smit has broken into the AZ side. This 19-year-old is widely tipped to complete a big-money transfer this month. Newcastle are believed to be leading the chase, but could face strong rivalry from the Spanish champions for a signing priced at around £22 million.