Concerning Marc Guéhi and Kenan Yildiz – Who Could Be Transferring during the January Transfer Market?
This winter transfer market is typically a period of intense speculation and potential major deals. Several notable players are being linked with transfers away from their present teams. This article explores a selection of the key names that are poised to be on the move this month.
A. Semenyo
Despite the Black Stars' inability to reach the Africa Cup of Nations, which has kept the player in contention, indications are a major move is close. This Bournemouth attacker has a deal featuring a substantial buy-out clause active for a short window at the start of the month. Latest developments indicate Manchester City are now the frontrunners for his signature. Former suitors such as Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have turned their attention to other targets, leaving teams like Manchester United or Liverpool to make a late move.
M. Guéhi
This English defender has impress for Crystal Palace despite a previous transfer to Liverpool collapsing. With his contract set to run out in the close season, this represents the London club's final opportunity to secure a fee for their captain. Numerous elite sides, including City and several continental powerhouses like Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, are believed to be interested. Yet, a January exit remains unlikely, particularly given the coach's dependence on the player.
Brennan Johnson
This Welsh winger has had first-team opportunities limited at Tottenham this term. Despite being the side's top scorer last season, he has started just a handful 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 forty million pounds. Bournemouth appear to be leading the chase, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford also credited with an inquiry.
Tottenham rate Brennan Johnson at around £40m.
Rúben Neves
This Portugal playmaker might be poised for a return to the English top flight after a spell in the Saudi Pro League. Now just twenty-eight, while his agreement expiring in the summer of 2026, he is a possible bargain. Teams like Liverpool and Manchester United have been linked with the former Wolves man. Additionally, there have been suggestions from Spanish media that he is willing to accept a reduced salary for a move to the Spanish giants.
Marc-André ter Stegen
This veteran Germany goalkeeper is now as third-choice at Barcelona following new manager Flick. After fallen out of favour and had surgery, a winter exit looks increasingly likely. Aston Villa were once linked as a potential destination, but that option now appears unlikely. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are reportedly showing interest in the keeper.
I. Toney
The prolific English striker has kept scoring frequently in the Middle East. Coming back to the Premier League might boost his fading chances of being in the national squad. However, arranging a transfer presents major hurdles. Al-Ahli are reluctant to part with him, and his reported enormous salary make any move complicated. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all mentioned as admirers.
Ivan Toney was instrumental as Al-Ahli to victory in the domestic cup final.
Conor Gallagher
This dynamic English midfielder attracted widespread attention in the off-season but stayed at Atlético. With limited starts in La Liga this season, he is eager to secure more playing time ahead of the tournament. United are heavily connected, and a move back to Selhurst Park, a club he shone on loan, remains a possibility, though financial constraints could prove a stumbling block.
H. Elliott
Although excelling and winning the best player award at the U21 Euros in the summer, the young midfielder has struggled for game time during his loan spell at Aston Villa. Unai Emery has confirmed the temporary transfer will not be made permanent. Because of FIFA regulations regarding representing two clubs in a season, a move back to Liverpool prior to next season seems to be the only viable solution.
Kenan Yildiz
The exciting Turkish attacker is in fine form for the Italian giants this term. As his current contract running down, a host of English clubs – including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the situation. Juventus are desperate to tie down the 20-year-old to a lengthy contract but are in a race to retain one of Europe's brightest prospects.
K. Smit
This highly-touted Dutch midfielder has earned comparisons to a Belgian superstar for his style of play. After starring at the Under-19 European Championship, Smit has broken into the AZ Alkmaar side. This teenager is widely tipped to make a major transfer in January. Newcastle United are believed to be frontrunners, but are facing stiff rivalry from the Spanish champions for a deal priced at around £22 million.