Concerning Guéhi to Kenan Yildiz – Which Players Might Be Making a Switch in the January Transfer Window?
The January transfer window is always a time of intense rumour and possible major deals. Numerous prominent players are being linked with transfers away from their present clubs. Here is a look at some of the key names that might be on the move this month.
A. Semenyo
Although Ghana's inability to qualify for the AFCON, which has kept the player available, reports suggest a significant transfer is imminent. The Bournemouth attacker possesses a contract featuring a £65 million buy-out clause applicable for a two-week window at the start of the month. Recent developments point to the Premier League champions look to have won the race for his signature. Other interested parties such as Tottenham and Chelsea are said to have moved on to other targets, leaving teams like Manchester United or Liverpool to attempt a late bid.
M. Guéhi
The England centre-back has continued to excel for Palace this season a summer transfer to Anfield falling through. With his deal set to run out in the summer, January is the club's final opportunity to obtain a fee for their captain. A host of top clubs, including Manchester City and multiple European giants including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to be interested. Yet, a winter exit remains difficult, especially given the manager's reliance on the defender.
Brennan Johnson
This Welsh winger has had starting opportunities hard to come by at Tottenham this term. Although being the club's leading goalscorer last season, Johnson has started only a small number of Premier League games. It is understood the London outfit would be open to a sale for the correct price, thought to be in the around £40 million. Bournemouth appear to be leading the chase, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally credited with an inquiry.
Tottenham value Brennan Johnson at around forty million pounds.
Rúben Neves
The Portuguese playmaker could be set for a return to the Premier League after a period in Saudi Arabia. Now only twenty-eight, and with his contract ending in the summer of 2026, he is a potential bargain. Clubs such as Liverpool and Manchester United have been connected to the player. Furthermore, there are suggestions from Spain that he would be prepared to accept a reduced salary for a switch to Real Madrid.
Marc-André ter Stegen
The veteran German shot-stopper finds himself as the third option at Barça under the coach Hansi Flick. After lost his place and had surgery, a January exit seems increasingly likely. Villa were once linked as a potential destination, but that option now appears off. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be expressing interest in the 33-year-old.
Ivan Toney
This proven England striker has kept scoring frequently in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League might boost his dwindling chances of making the national World Cup. But, securing a transfer poses major challenges. Al-Ahli are reluctant to part with him, and his reported enormous salary make any agreement difficult. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton have all been linked as interested parties.
The striker was instrumental as his Saudi club to victory in the Saudi Super Cup final.
Conor Gallagher
This dynamic midfielder attracted widespread attention in the summer but stayed at Atlético. With limited starting appearances in Spain this season, he is keen to secure more playing time ahead of the World Cup. United have been strongly connected, and a move back to Crystal Palace, a club he shone on a temporary deal, remains a possibility, though wage constraints might prove a stumbling block.
Harvey Elliott
Although starring and being named player of the tournament at the U21 Euros last summer, the 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. Because of FIFA regulations regarding playing for two clubs in a season, a return to his parent club prior to next summer seems to be the sole available solution.
K. Yildiz
The exciting Turkey attacker is in fine form for the Italian giants this term. As his existing contract nearing its end, a host of English clubs – such as Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are keeping tabs on the developments. Juventus are desperate to tie down the 20-year-old to a lengthy 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. Following starring at the U19 Euros, Smit has broken into the AZ Alkmaar side. The 19-year-old is widely expected to complete a big-money move in January. Newcastle are believed to be frontrunners, but are facing stiff competition from Real Madrid for a deal valued at around £22 million.