From Guéhi to Yildiz – Which Players Are Set to Be Transferring in the winter Transfer Window?

This winter recruitment period proves to be a time of significant rumour and potential big-money transfers. A number of high-profile players are being connected to transfers away from their present clubs. Here is a look at a selection of the major names that could be on the move in January.

A. Semenyo

Despite the Black Stars' inability to qualify for the AFCON, which has kept the forward in contention, reports suggest a significant move is close. The Bournemouth attacker has a contract with a sizeable buy-out clause active for a two-week period in early January. Latest developments point to Manchester City have emerged as his services. Other interested parties like Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have turned their attention to other targets, leaving teams like Liverpool or Manchester United to attempt a late move.

Marc Guéhi

This English defender has continued to excel for Crystal Palace this season a summer move to Liverpool collapsing. As his contract set to run out in the summer, this represents the London club's final chance to secure a transfer fee for their skipper. Numerous top sides, such as Manchester City and multiple European giants like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly be interested. Yet, a January exit remains difficult, particularly given the coach's reliance on the defender.

Brennan Johnson

This Wales forward has found first-team minutes limited at Spurs this term. Despite finishing as the club's top scorer last season, he has begun just a handful of Premier League games. It is understood the London club is willing to consider a transfer for the correct price, believed to be in the around £40 million. The Cherries are currently leading the chase, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford also showing an interest.

Spurs rate the Welsh international at around £40m.

Rúben Neves

The Portugal playmaker could be set for a return to the Premier League following a period in Saudi Arabia. Now only twenty-eight, and with his contract ending in the summer, he represents a possible bargain. Teams such as Liverpool and Manchester United have been linked with the player. Additionally, there are rumours from Spanish media that he would be willing to take a reduced salary for a move to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

The veteran Germany goalkeeper finds himself as third-choice at Barça following new coach Flick. Having lost his place and had an operation, a winter exit seems highly likely. Aston Villa were once mentioned as a possible destination, but that option currently seems off. Instead, interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be expressing curiosity 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 might enhance his dwindling chances of being in the national squad. But, securing a deal poses significant challenges. His current club do not wish to sell him, and his reported enormous weekly wages make any move complicated. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all mentioned as interested parties.

Ivan Toney was instrumental as his Saudi club to victory in the Saudi Super Cup final.

C. Gallagher

This energetic midfielder drew widespread interest in the summer but stayed at Atlético Madrid. Having limited starting appearances in La Liga this term, he is keen to find more playing time ahead of the tournament. Manchester United are heavily linked, and a move back to Selhurst Park, a club he shone on a temporary deal, remains a possibility, although financial demands could prove a stumbling block.

Harvey Elliott

Despite excelling and being named the best player award at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, this young player has struggled for minutes during his loan spell at Aston Villa. The manager has confirmed the temporary transfer won't be made permanent. Because of specific rules about playing for two clubs in a campaign, a return to his parent club prior to next season seems to be the only viable solution.

Kenan Yildiz

The exciting Turkish attacker is in fine form for Juventus this season. As his current contract running down, a host of English sides – such as Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are keeping tabs on the situation. Juventus are desperate to tie down the youngster to a lengthy agreement but are in a battle to retain one of the continent's brightest young talents.

Kees Smit

The highly-touted Netherlands midfielder has drawn comparisons to a Belgian superstar for his style of play. Following impressing at the U19 Euros, Smit has become a regular in the AZ side. This teenager is widely tipped to make a major transfer in January. Newcastle reportedly are frontrunners, but could face strong competition from the Spanish champions for a signing valued at around £22 million.