🔗 Share this article From Guéhi to Yildiz – Which Players Might Be Making a Switch in the winter Transfer Market? This January transfer market is always a time of feverish rumour and potential big-money moves. Several high-profile stars find themselves linked with moves out of their present teams. This article explores a selection of the key figures that might be on the move in January. Antoine Semenyo Despite the Black Stars' failure to qualify for the AFCON, which has kept the forward in contention, it appears an important move is close. The Bournemouth attacker has a contract with a £65 million buy-out clause applicable for a brief window in early January. Latest developments point to Manchester City have emerged as his signature. Former interested parties such as Chelsea and Tottenham reportedly have turned their attention to other options, potentially opening the door for clubs such as Liverpool or Manchester United to make a late move. Marc Guéhi The England defender has continued to excel for Palace this season a previous move to Liverpool collapsing. With his contract set to expire in the close season, this represents the London club's final chance to secure a fee for their captain. A host of elite sides, such as Manchester City and several European giants including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly be interested. However, a January departure is considered difficult, particularly given the coach's dependence on the player. Brennan Johnson The Welsh winger has found starting minutes hard to come by at Spurs this term. Despite finishing as the side's leading goalscorer last season, he has begun only a small number of league games. Reports suggest the North London outfit is open to a sale for the right price, thought to be in the region of forty million pounds. Bournemouth are currently at the front of the queue, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford also showing an inquiry. Spurs rate Brennan Johnson at around forty million pounds. Rúben Neves The Portuguese playmaker might be set for a return to the English top flight following a period in the Saudi Pro League. Now only 28, while his contract ending in the summer of 2026, he represents a possible opportunity. Clubs like Manchester United and Liverpool are connected to the player. Additionally, there have been suggestions from Spain that he is prepared to accept a reduced salary for a switch to Real Madrid. Marc-André ter Stegen The veteran Germany goalkeeper finds himself as third-choice at Barça following the manager Hansi Flick. Having lost his place and had an operation, a January departure looks increasingly likely. Villa were initially linked as a potential suitor, but that move now appears off. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be showing interest in the 33-year-old. I. Toney The proven England striker has kept finding the net regularly in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League might boost his dwindling chances of making the England World Cup. But, securing a deal presents significant challenges. Al-Ahli do not wish to part with him, and his reported huge salary make any move complicated. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United are all mentioned as admirers. Ivan Toney was instrumental as Al-Ahli to victory in the Saudi Super Cup final. Conor Gallagher This energetic English midfielder attracted widespread attention in the summer but remained at Atlético Madrid. Having limited starts in Spain this term, he may be eager to find more playing time ahead of the World Cup. Manchester United have been heavily connected, and a return to Selhurst Park, a club he shone on loan, is also a option, though wage demands could prove a problem. H. Elliott Despite excelling and winning the best player award at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, the young midfielder has struggled for game time on loan at Aston Villa. The manager has confirmed the loan move won't be made permanent. Because of FIFA regulations about representing two clubs in a season, a return to Liverpool prior to next summer appears to be the only available outcome. K. Yildiz The exciting Turkey attacker has been in fine form for the Italian giants this term. With his current contract nearing its end, many English sides – including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the situation. The Turin club are desperate to tie down the 20-year-old to a lengthy agreement but are in a race to retain one of Europe's most promising prospects. K. Smit The highly-touted Netherlands teenage midfielder has earned parallels to a Belgian superstar for his style of play. Following starring at the U19 Euros, he has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar side. The 19-year-old is widely expected to complete a major transfer in January. Newcastle are believed to be frontrunners, but are facing stiff rivalry from Real Madrid for a deal valued at around twenty-two million pounds.