🔗 Share this article From Marc Guéhi and Kenan Yildiz – Who Are Set to Be Transferring during the winter Transfer Market? The January recruitment period is typically a time of significant speculation and possible big-money transfers. Several prominent stars find themselves connected to moves out of their current clubs. We examine some of the top names that could be on the move this month. A. 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 transfer is imminent. This 25-year-old has a contract with a sizeable release clause applicable for a short period at the start of the month. Recent developments point to Manchester City look to have won the race for his services. Former suitors like Chelsea and Tottenham reportedly have turned their attention to other targets, potentially opening the door for clubs such as Manchester United or Liverpool to attempt a last-minute bid. Marc Guéhi This English defender has impress for Crystal Palace this season a summer move to Anfield collapsing. With his deal set to expire in the close season, this represents the London club's last opportunity to secure a transfer fee for their captain. Numerous top clubs, such as City and multiple continental powerhouses like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly hold an interest. Yet, a January exit is considered difficult, particularly given the manager's reliance on the defender. B. Johnson The Wales winger has had first-team minutes limited at Tottenham this campaign. Although being the club's top scorer the previous campaign, he has begun only a small number of league matches. It is understood the North London outfit is open to a transfer for the right price, thought to be in the region of £40 million. Bournemouth appear to be leading the chase, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally showing an inquiry. Tottenham rate the Welsh international at approximately forty million pounds. Rúben Neves The Portuguese playmaker could be set for a return to the Premier League after a spell in Saudi Arabia. Now only twenty-eight, and with his contract ending in the summer of 2026, he represents a potential opportunity. Teams such as Liverpool and Manchester United are connected to the former Wolves man. Additionally, there are suggestions from Spain that he is willing to take a reduced salary for a switch to Real Madrid. M. ter Stegen The veteran German goalkeeper is now as third-choice at Barça under new coach Flick. After lost his place and undergone surgery, a winter departure seems highly probable. Villa were once mentioned as a potential suitor, but that option now appears off. Instead, interest from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are reportedly expressing curiosity in the keeper. Ivan Toney The proven English centre-forward has kept finding the net regularly in Saudi Arabia. A return to the Premier League could boost his dwindling chances of making the national World Cup. However, securing a transfer presents major hurdles. Al-Ahli do not wish to part with him, and his reported huge weekly wages render any agreement complicated. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton have all been linked as interested parties. Ivan Toney helped Al-Ahli to victory in the Saudi Super Cup final. C. Gallagher This dynamic midfielder attracted widespread interest in the off-season but stayed at Atlético. With few starts in Spain this term, he may be eager to secure more playing time ahead of the World Cup. United are strongly connected, and a return to Selhurst Park, where he shone on a temporary deal, remains a possibility, though financial constraints could prove a stumbling block. H. Elliott Although starring and winning the best player award at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, this talented midfielder has found it tough for minutes on loan at Villa. Unai Emery has stated the loan move will not become permanent. Due to specific rules about playing for multiple teams in a season, a return to Liverpool before next summer appears to be the sole available outcome. K. Yildiz This exciting Turkish forward has been in excellent form for the Italian giants this season. With his current deal nearing its end, many English sides – such as Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the developments. Juventus are eager to tie down the 20-year-old to a new long-term agreement but face a race to keep one of Europe's most promising young talents. Kees Smit This highly-touted Netherlands midfielder has earned parallels to Kevin De Bruyne for his playing style. Following impressing at the U19 Euros, Smit has broken into the AZ side. The 19-year-old is widely tipped to complete a big-money transfer in January. Newcastle reportedly are leading the chase, but could face strong rivalry from the Spanish champions for a signing priced at around twenty-two million pounds.