Regarding Guéhi and Yildiz – Who Are Set to Be Making a Switch in the January Transfer Window?
The winter transfer market proves to be a time of feverish speculation and potential big-money moves. Several high-profile players find themselves connected to transfers out of their present clubs. We examine some of the top figures who might be changing clubs in January.
Antoine Semenyo
Although the Black Stars' failure to qualify for the AFCON, which has left the forward available, indications are an important move is close. This 25-year-old possesses a contract featuring a substantial release clause applicable for a short window at the start of the month. Recent developments indicate the Premier League champions have emerged as his signature. Former interested parties like Tottenham and Chelsea are said to have turned their attention to alternative options, potentially opening the door for clubs such as Liverpool or Manchester United to make a last-minute move.
Marc Guéhi
This England centre-back has continued to excel for Crystal Palace despite a summer move to Anfield falling through. As his contract set to expire in the close season, this represents the London club's final chance to obtain a fee for their captain. A host of elite sides, such as City and multiple European giants like Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, reportedly hold an interest. Yet, a winter exit is considered difficult, especially given the coach's dependence on the defender.
B. Johnson
The Wales winger has had first-team opportunities hard to come by at Spurs this term. Although finishing as the side's leading goalscorer last season, he has begun only a handful of Premier League games. It is understood the London outfit would be open to a sale for the correct valuation, believed to be in the around forty million pounds. The Cherries appear to be at the front of the queue, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace also credited with an interest.
Spurs value the Welsh international at approximately £40m.
Rúben Neves
The Portuguese midfielder could be set for a comeback to the Premier League after a period in Saudi Arabia. Now only twenty-eight, while his agreement expiring in the summer of 2026, he represents a possible opportunity. Teams such as Liverpool and Manchester United have been linked with the former Wolves man. Furthermore, there have been rumours from Spanish media that he would be willing to take a reduced salary for a switch to Real Madrid.
M. ter Stegen
This experienced German shot-stopper is now as the third option at Barcelona under new manager Hansi Flick. Having fallen out of favour and undergone surgery, a January departure looks increasingly likely. Villa were initially linked as a possible suitor, but that move currently seems off. Instead, interest from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be showing interest in the keeper.
Ivan Toney
The prolific English striker has kept finding the net frequently in Saudi Arabia. Coming back to the Premier League might boost his fading hopes of making the England squad. But, arranging a transfer poses major hurdles. His current club do not wish to sell him, and his reported enormous salary make any move complicated. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been mentioned as interested parties.
The striker helped his Saudi club to a win in the Saudi Super Cup showpiece.
C. Gallagher
This dynamic English midfielder drew widespread attention in the summer but stayed at Atlético Madrid. With few starts in La Liga this season, he may be eager to find more minutes ahead of the World Cup. United have been strongly connected, and a return to Selhurst Park, a club he excelled on a temporary deal, remains a possibility, although financial demands might be a stumbling block.
Harvey Elliott
Despite excelling and being named the best player award at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, the talented midfielder has found it tough for game time during his loan spell at Aston Villa. Unai Emery has stated the loan move will not be made permanent. Because of FIFA regulations about representing two clubs in a season, a return to Liverpool before next season appears to be the sole viable outcome.
Kenan Yildiz
This exciting Turkish attacker has been in excellent form for the Italian giants this season. As his existing deal running down, a host of Premier League clubs – including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the situation. Juventus are eager to secure the 20-year-old to a new long-term contract but face a race to retain one of the continent's most promising prospects.
K. Smit
The highly-touted Netherlands teenage midfielder has drawn parallels to a Belgian superstar for his playing style. After impressing at the U19 Euros, Smit has broken into the AZ Alkmaar side. The 19-year-old is heavily tipped to make a major move in January. Newcastle United reportedly are frontrunners, but are facing strong rivalry from the Spanish champions for a deal priced at approximately £22 million.