Regarding Guéhi to Yildiz – Which Players Could Be Transferring this winter Transfer Market?
The winter transfer market is typically a period of feverish rumour and potential major moves. Numerous notable players are being linked with moves out of their current clubs. We examine a selection of the top figures that might be changing clubs in January.
A. Semenyo
Despite the Black Stars' failure to qualify for the AFCON, which has kept the forward in contention, reports suggest an important transfer is close. The Bournemouth attacker has a deal with a £65 million release clause applicable for a two-week period at the start of the month. Recent developments suggest the Premier League champions are now the frontrunners for his services. Other suitors such as Tottenham and Chelsea are said to have moved on to alternative targets, leaving teams such as Liverpool or Manchester United to make a late move.
M. Guéhi
The English centre-back has continued to excel for Palace despite a summer transfer to Anfield collapsing. As his deal set to expire in the summer, this represents the London club's last chance to secure a fee for their captain. Numerous top sides, including Manchester City and multiple continental powerhouses like Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, reportedly be interested. However, a January departure remains unlikely, especially given the manager's dependence on the defender.
Brennan Johnson
The Welsh winger has had first-team minutes hard to come by at Tottenham this term. Although finishing as the club's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, he has started just a small number of Premier League matches. It is understood the London outfit would be open to a sale for the correct price, thought to be in the around £40 million. The Cherries are currently leading the chase, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally showing an inquiry.
Tottenham rate Brennan Johnson at around £40m.
Rúben Neves
This Portuguese midfielder might be set for a comeback to the Premier League after a period in the Saudi Pro League. Still only 28, while his contract expiring in the summer of 2026, he represents a possible bargain. Teams such as Liverpool and Manchester United are connected to the player. Additionally, there have been rumours from Spanish media that he would be prepared to take a reduced salary for a switch to Real Madrid.
Marc-André ter Stegen
This veteran Germany goalkeeper finds himself as the third option at Barça following new manager Flick. After lost his place and undergone surgery, a winter departure looks highly probable. Villa were initially mentioned as a potential destination, but that move now appears off. Instead, clubs from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are reportedly expressing curiosity in the keeper.
I. Toney
The proven England centre-forward has continued scoring regularly in the Middle East. Coming back to the Premier League could boost his fading chances of making the England World Cup. But, securing a transfer poses major challenges. His current club do not wish to part with him, and his reported huge weekly wages make any agreement difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been linked as interested parties.
The striker was instrumental as his Saudi club to victory in the domestic cup final.
C. Gallagher
This dynamic English midfielder attracted widespread attention in the summer but remained at Atlético Madrid. With few starts in La Liga this term, he is eager to secure more minutes ahead of the tournament. Manchester United are strongly connected, and a move back to Selhurst Park, where he excelled on a temporary deal, is also a option, although financial demands might prove a stumbling block.
H. Elliott
Despite starring and winning player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, this young midfielder has found it tough for game time during his loan spell at Aston Villa. The manager has confirmed the temporary transfer won't be made permanent. Because of FIFA regulations regarding representing multiple teams in a campaign, a return to Liverpool before next summer appears to be the sole available outcome.
Kenan Yildiz
The highly-rated Turkish forward is in excellent form for Juventus this term. As his current deal running down, many English sides – such as Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are keeping tabs on the situation. The Turin club are eager to tie down the youngster to a new long-term agreement but are in a race to retain one of Europe's brightest prospects.
K. Smit
This highly-touted Dutch teenage midfielder has drawn parallels to a Belgian superstar for his style of play. After impressing at the Under-19 European Championship, he has become a regular in the AZ side. This 19-year-old is widely tipped to make a major move in January. Newcastle reportedly are frontrunners, but are facing strong rivalry from Real Madrid for a signing priced at around £22 million.
