🔗 Share this article From Marc Guéhi to Kenan Yildiz – Which Players Could Be Transferring during the January Transfer Market? The winter transfer market is typically a period of feverish speculation and potential major transfers. Several high-profile stars are being linked with transfers out of their current teams. Here is a look at a selection of the top figures that might be changing clubs in January. Antoine Semenyo Although the Black Stars' inability to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations, this has left the forward available, it appears a major transfer is close. This Bournemouth attacker possesses a contract featuring a substantial release clause active for a short period at the start of the month. Recent developments point to Manchester City look to have won the race for his signature. Former interested parties such as Chelsea and Tottenham reportedly have turned their attention to alternative targets, potentially opening the door for clubs like Liverpool or Manchester United to attempt a late move. M. Guéhi This England defender has impress for Crystal Palace despite a summer move to Anfield collapsing. As his deal set to run out in the close season, this represents the London club's final opportunity to obtain a transfer fee for their skipper. A host of top sides, such as Manchester City and multiple continental powerhouses like Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, reportedly hold an interest. However, a January departure is considered unlikely, particularly given the coach's reliance on the player. B. Johnson This Welsh winger has had starting minutes limited at Tottenham this term. Despite being the club's top scorer last season, Johnson has started just a handful of league games. Reports suggest the North London outfit is open to a sale for the correct price, thought to be in the around forty million pounds. Bournemouth appear to be at the front of the queue, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally showing an inquiry. Spurs value Brennan Johnson at approximately forty million pounds. R. Neves This Portugal midfielder could be set for a return to the English top flight following a spell in Saudi Arabia. Still just 28, and with his contract ending in the summer, he is a potential bargain. Clubs like Manchester United and Liverpool have been connected to the former Wolves man. Furthermore, there have been suggestions from Spanish media that he is prepared to take a reduced salary for a switch to the Spanish giants. Marc-André ter Stegen This veteran Germany goalkeeper finds himself as third-choice at Barcelona following the coach Flick. After fallen out of favour and undergone surgery, a winter exit looks increasingly likely. Aston Villa were once linked as a potential destination, but that move currently seems unlikely. Instead, interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be expressing curiosity in the keeper. I. Toney The proven England centre-forward has continued finding the net regularly in Saudi Arabia. Coming back to the Premier League might boost his dwindling hopes of making the England World Cup. But, arranging a deal poses significant hurdles. His current club do not wish to sell him, and his alleged enormous weekly wages make any agreement complicated. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all mentioned as admirers. Ivan Toney helped Al-Ahli to a win in the domestic cup showpiece. C. Gallagher The energetic English midfielder drew widespread interest in the off-season but remained at Atlético Madrid. With few starting appearances in La Liga this term, he is keen to secure more playing time ahead of the World Cup. United have been strongly connected, and a return to Selhurst Park, a club he excelled on loan, remains a possibility, although financial constraints might be a stumbling block. Harvey Elliott Despite starring and winning the best player award at the U21 Euros in the summer, this talented midfielder has found it tough for game time on loan at Aston Villa. The manager has stated the loan move won't be made permanent. Due to FIFA regulations regarding playing for multiple teams in a season, a move back to Liverpool prior to next season appears to be the only viable outcome. Kenan Yildiz The exciting Turkish forward is in fine form for the Italian giants this season. As his current contract running down, a host of English sides – including Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are monitoring the developments. The Turin club are desperate to tie down the 20-year-old to a new long-term agreement but face a race to retain one of the continent's most promising prospects. Kees Smit The much-admired Dutch midfielder has earned parallels to a Belgian superstar for his style of play. After impressing at the Under-19 European Championship, Smit has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar side. The teenager is widely expected to complete a major move in January. Newcastle United are believed to be leading the chase, but could face stiff rivalry from Real Madrid for a deal valued at around £22 million.