Regarding Marc Guéhi to Kenan Yildiz – Which Players Might Be Making a Switch in the January Transfer Window?

The winter transfer market is typically a period of intense speculation and potential major moves. A number of high-profile stars are being connected to moves out of their current clubs. Here is a look at a selection of the top names who could be changing clubs in January.

A. Semenyo

Although Ghana's failure to reach the AFCON, this has kept the forward available, indications are a significant move is imminent. The 25-year-old has a deal with a sizeable release clause applicable for a brief period in early January. Latest reports suggest Manchester City are now the frontrunners for his signature. Former interested parties such as Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have turned their attention to alternative targets, potentially opening the door for teams like Liverpool or Manchester United to make a last-minute move.

Marc Guéhi

The English defender has impress for Crystal Palace this season a summer move to Liverpool falling through. With his contract set to expire in the summer, January is the club's last chance to secure a fee for their captain. Numerous elite clubs, including Manchester City and several European giants including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly hold an interest. Yet, a January exit is considered difficult, particularly given the manager's dependence on the defender.

B. Johnson

This Wales forward has found first-team minutes limited at Tottenham this campaign. Despite finishing as the club's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, he has begun just a handful of league games. Reports suggest the London outfit would be willing to consider a transfer for the correct price, believed to be in the region of forty million pounds. Bournemouth are currently leading the chase, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace also credited with an interest.

Spurs rate the Welsh international at around £40m.

Rúben Neves

The Portuguese midfielder could be poised for a comeback to the English top flight following a spell in the Saudi Pro League. Still only twenty-eight, and with his agreement expiring in the summer, he represents a potential bargain. Teams such as Manchester United and Liverpool have been linked with the former Wolves man. Additionally, there have been rumours from Spain that he would be willing to take a pay cut for a switch to Real Madrid.

M. ter Stegen

The veteran German goalkeeper finds himself as third-choice at Barça under the coach Flick. Having lost his place and undergone an operation, a January exit seems increasingly likely. Aston Villa were once linked as a potential destination, but that option currently seems off. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are reportedly showing interest in the keeper.

I. Toney

This prolific England centre-forward has kept finding the net regularly in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League could boost his dwindling chances of being in the England World Cup. But, arranging a deal presents significant hurdles. His current club do not wish to part with him, and his reported huge weekly wages 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 showpiece.

C. Gallagher

The energetic English midfielder drew widespread attention in the summer but stayed at Atlético. With few starting appearances in Spain this term, he may be keen to find more playing time ahead of the World Cup. United are strongly connected, and a move back to Crystal Palace, where he shone on loan, is also a option, although financial demands could be a stumbling block.

H. Elliott

Despite excelling and being named player of the tournament at the U21 Euros in the summer, this talented midfielder has found it tough for minutes on loan at Villa. Unai Emery has confirmed the loan move will not become permanent. Due to FIFA regulations about playing for multiple teams in a season, a return to Liverpool prior to next season appears to be the sole viable solution.

K. Yildiz

The exciting Turkey attacker is in excellent form for Juventus this season. With his current contract nearing its end, a host of Premier League clubs – including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the developments. The Turin club are desperate to tie down the 20-year-old to a new long-term contract but face a race to retain one of Europe's brightest prospects.

Kees Smit

The much-admired Netherlands midfielder has drawn comparisons to Kevin De Bruyne for his playing style. Following impressing at the Under-19 European Championship, Smit has broken into the AZ first team. The teenager is heavily expected to make a major move this month. Newcastle reportedly are leading the chase, but could face stiff rivalry from Real Madrid for a deal valued at around twenty-two million pounds.