Regarding Guéhi and Yildiz – Who Might Be Transferring during the winter Transfer Market?

The January recruitment period is always a time of feverish speculation and potential big-money moves. A number of notable footballers are being linked with transfers out of their current teams. We examine a selection of the key figures who could be on the move this month.

Antoine Semenyo

Although the Black Stars' inability to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations, which has left the forward in contention, indications are a significant move is close. The Bournemouth attacker possesses a contract with a £65 million release clause active for a short window in early January. Latest reports point to the Premier League champions have emerged as his signature. Former interested parties such as Tottenham and Chelsea reportedly have turned their attention to other targets, leaving clubs such as Liverpool or Manchester United to make a last-minute bid.

Marc Guéhi

The English centre-back has continued to excel for Crystal Palace this season a previous move to Liverpool falling through. As his deal set to run out in the close season, January is the London club's final opportunity to obtain a transfer fee for their captain. A host of top clubs, such as City and several continental powerhouses including Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, reportedly be interested. However, a winter exit remains unlikely, especially given the manager's dependence on the defender.

B. Johnson

This Welsh forward has had first-team minutes hard to come by at Spurs this term. Although being the side's top scorer the previous campaign, Johnson has begun only a small number of league games. Reports suggest the North London club would be willing to consider a sale for the right price, thought to be in the region of £40 million. Bournemouth are currently at the front of the queue, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally credited with an interest.

Spurs rate the Welsh international at around £40m.

R. Neves

This Portugal midfielder might be set for a return to the English top flight following a spell in Saudi Arabia. Now just 28, while his agreement ending in the summer of 2026, he represents a potential opportunity. Teams like Manchester United and Liverpool have been connected to the former Wolves man. Additionally, there have been suggestions from Spanish media that he would be willing to take a reduced salary for a switch to Real Madrid.

M. ter Stegen

The veteran German shot-stopper finds himself as third-choice at Barcelona following new manager Flick. After fallen out of favour and had an operation, a January exit 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 expressing interest in the 33-year-old.

Ivan Toney

This proven English striker has continued scoring regularly in the Middle East. Coming back to the Premier League could boost his fading chances of making the national World Cup. But, arranging a transfer presents significant challenges. His current club do not wish to part with him, and his alleged huge weekly wages make any agreement difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United are all mentioned as interested parties.

The striker helped his Saudi club to a win in the domestic cup showpiece.

Conor Gallagher

This dynamic English midfielder attracted considerable interest in the off-season but remained at Atlético Madrid. With limited starting appearances in La Liga this season, he may be keen to find more minutes ahead of the tournament. Manchester United have been heavily connected, and a move back to Crystal Palace, a club he excelled on a temporary deal, remains a option, though wage demands could be a problem.

H. Elliott

Despite starring and winning player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, this talented midfielder has struggled for minutes on loan at Aston Villa. Unai Emery has confirmed the loan move won't be made permanent. Due to specific rules regarding playing for two clubs in a campaign, a return to Liverpool before next season appears to be the only viable solution.

Kenan Yildiz

The highly-rated Turkey attacker is in excellent form for the Italian giants this term. With his existing contract nearing its end, a host of Premier League sides – including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the developments. The Turin club are eager to secure the youngster to a new long-term contract but are in a race to keep one of Europe's brightest young talents.

Kees Smit

This highly-touted Dutch teenage midfielder has earned parallels to a Belgian superstar for his style of play. After starring at the U19 Euros, Smit has broken into the AZ side. The teenager is heavily expected to make a big-money transfer in January. Newcastle United are believed to be frontrunners, but could face stiff competition from the Spanish champions for a deal valued at approximately £22 million.