🔗 Share this article Concerning Marc Guéhi to Kenan Yildiz – Which Players Might Be Making a Switch this January Transfer Market? The January recruitment period proves to be a time of significant speculation and potential big-money moves. Several prominent players are being connected to transfers away from their present clubs. Here is a look at a selection of the top figures that could be changing clubs in January. Antoine Semenyo Although the Black Stars' inability to reach the AFCON, which has left the forward in contention, it appears a significant move is close. This Bournemouth attacker possesses a contract with a £65 million release clause active for a two-week window at the start of the month. Latest reports suggest Manchester City have emerged as his signature. Former interested parties such as Tottenham and Chelsea reportedly have moved on to other targets, potentially opening the door for clubs such as Liverpool or Manchester United to attempt a last-minute move. Marc Guéhi This English defender has continued to excel for Palace despite a previous transfer to Liverpool collapsing. As his deal due to run out in the close season, January is the London club's final chance to secure a fee for their skipper. A host of top clubs, such as City and multiple European giants like Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, are believed to be interested. Yet, a January departure remains difficult, especially given the coach's reliance on the player. B. Johnson This Wales forward has found first-team opportunities hard to come by at Spurs this term. Although being the side's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, Johnson has begun only a handful of league games. It is understood the North London outfit is open to a transfer for the right price, thought to be in the around forty million pounds. Bournemouth are currently at the front of the queue, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford also showing an interest. Tottenham rate Brennan Johnson at around forty million pounds. Rúben Neves The Portugal midfielder might be set for a return to the Premier League following a period in the Saudi Pro League. Now just 28, while his contract expiring in the summer, he represents a possible opportunity. Clubs like Liverpool and Manchester United are connected to the player. Additionally, there have been rumours from Spain that he is prepared to take a pay cut for a move to the Spanish giants. M. ter Stegen The veteran German shot-stopper is now as third-choice at Barcelona following new coach Flick. Having lost his place and had an operation, a winter exit seems increasingly probable. Villa were once mentioned as a possible suitor, but that option now appears off. Instead, interest from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are reportedly showing curiosity in the keeper. Ivan Toney This prolific English striker has kept finding the net regularly in Saudi Arabia. A return to the Premier League could enhance his dwindling hopes of making the England World Cup. But, securing a transfer presents significant challenges. Al-Ahli are reluctant to sell him, and his reported enormous weekly wages render any agreement difficult. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton have all been mentioned as admirers. The striker was instrumental as his Saudi club to victory in the domestic cup showpiece. C. Gallagher The energetic English midfielder drew widespread attention in the off-season but remained at Atlético. Having limited starts in La Liga this term, he is keen to find more playing time ahead of the World Cup. Manchester United have been strongly linked, and a return to Crystal Palace, a club he excelled on a temporary deal, is also a possibility, though wage demands could be a stumbling block. H. Elliott Despite excelling and being named the best player award at the U21 Euros last summer, this young player has struggled for minutes on loan at Aston Villa. Unai Emery has stated the loan move won't become permanent. Because of specific rules regarding playing for multiple teams in a campaign, a return to Liverpool prior to next season seems to be the sole viable solution. K. Yildiz The exciting Turkey forward is in fine form for the Italian giants this term. As his existing contract running down, a host of English clubs – such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are keeping tabs on the situation. The Turin club are desperate to tie down the youngster to a new long-term agreement but face a race to keep one of Europe's brightest young talents. Kees Smit The highly-touted Dutch midfielder has drawn parallels to Kevin De Bruyne for his playing style. After starring at the Under-19 European Championship, he has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar side. This teenager is widely expected to complete a big-money transfer in January. Newcastle reportedly are leading the chase, but could face strong competition from the Spanish champions for a deal valued at approximately twenty-two million pounds.