Concerning Marc Guéhi and Yildiz – Who Might Be Making a Switch this winter Transfer Window?

The January recruitment period is typically a period of significant speculation and possible big-money transfers. A number of notable players are being linked with moves out of their current teams. Here is a look at some of the key figures that are poised to be changing clubs this month.

Antoine Semenyo

Despite Ghana's failure to reach the Africa Cup of Nations, this has left the forward available, it appears an important move is close. The Bournemouth attacker possesses a deal featuring a substantial buy-out clause applicable for a brief period at the start of the month. Recent developments indicate Manchester City look to have won the race for his services. Former suitors like Tottenham and Chelsea are said to have turned their attention to other targets, leaving clubs like Manchester United or Liverpool to attempt a last-minute move.

M. Guéhi

This English defender has excel for Palace despite a summer move to Liverpool collapsing. As his contract due to run out in the close season, January is the London club's last opportunity to obtain a fee for their skipper. A host of elite sides, including Manchester City and several European giants like Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, are believed to be interested. Yet, a winter exit remains unlikely, especially given the coach's reliance on the defender.

Brennan Johnson

This Wales winger has found starting minutes limited at Spurs this term. Although being the side's leading goalscorer last season, Johnson has begun just a handful of Premier League games. Reports suggest the North London club would be open to a sale for the correct price, thought to be in the around £40 million. The Cherries appear to be at the front of the queue, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace also credited with an interest.

Tottenham value the Welsh international at approximately £40m.

R. Neves

The Portuguese midfielder could be set for a return to the English top flight after a period in Saudi Arabia. Still only twenty-eight, while his contract ending in the summer, he represents a potential opportunity. Clubs such as Liverpool and Manchester United have been connected to the player. Furthermore, there are suggestions from Spain that he is prepared to take a reduced salary for a switch to Real Madrid.

M. ter Stegen

The experienced Germany goalkeeper finds himself as the third option at Barça under new manager Hansi Flick. After lost his place and had surgery, a January exit seems highly likely. Villa were once linked as a possible destination, but that option currently seems unlikely. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be expressing interest in the keeper.

Ivan Toney

This prolific English centre-forward has continued scoring frequently in the Middle East. Coming back to the Premier League might enhance his fading chances of making the England World Cup. But, arranging a deal poses significant challenges. Al-Ahli do not wish to sell him, and his reported enormous weekly wages make any agreement difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United are all mentioned as admirers.

Ivan Toney was instrumental as Al-Ahli to victory in the Saudi Super Cup showpiece.

C. Gallagher

The dynamic midfielder attracted widespread attention in the off-season but remained at Atlético Madrid. With few starts in La Liga this term, he is eager to find more minutes ahead of the tournament. United have been strongly connected, and a return to Crystal Palace, where he excelled on loan, remains a option, though wage demands might prove a stumbling block.

H. Elliott

Despite excelling and being named the best player award at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, the young midfielder has found it tough for game time during his loan spell at Aston Villa. The manager has confirmed the loan move will not become permanent. Because of FIFA regulations regarding representing two clubs in a campaign, a move back to Liverpool prior to next summer appears to be the only viable outcome.

Kenan Yildiz

This exciting Turkish forward has been in fine form for Juventus this season. As his existing contract running down, a host of Premier League clubs – such as Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are keeping tabs on the situation. The Turin club are desperate to secure the 20-year-old to a lengthy agreement but are in a battle to keep one of the continent's brightest prospects.

K. Smit

This highly-touted Dutch midfielder has drawn comparisons to a Belgian superstar for his playing style. Following impressing at the Under-19 European Championship, he has broken into the AZ first team. This teenager is heavily tipped to make a big-money move this month. Newcastle United reportedly are frontrunners, but could face stiff rivalry from Real Madrid for a deal priced at around twenty-two million pounds.