🔗 Share this article From Marc Guéhi to Yildiz – Who Could Be Transferring in the winter Transfer Window? This January transfer market is always a period of feverish speculation and possible major deals. A number of high-profile players find themselves connected to transfers away from their current teams. We examine a selection of the major figures who are poised to be changing clubs this month. A. Semenyo Although Ghana's failure to reach the Africa Cup of Nations, which has kept the player available, indications are a major transfer is close. This Bournemouth attacker has a contract featuring a £65 million buy-out clause active for a short period at the start of the month. Recent developments point to Manchester City are now the frontrunners for his signature. Former interested parties such as Tottenham and Chelsea are said to have moved on to alternative targets, potentially opening the door for clubs such as Liverpool or Manchester United to attempt a late move. Marc Guéhi The England defender has impress for Palace this season a summer transfer to Liverpool falling through. With his deal set to run out in the summer, January is the London club's last opportunity to secure a fee for their skipper. Numerous elite sides, such as City and several European giants like Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, are believed to be interested. Yet, a January exit remains difficult, especially given the coach's dependence on the player. Brennan Johnson This Welsh forward has found starting opportunities hard to come by at Tottenham this term. Despite being the club's top scorer last season, Johnson has started just a small number of league games. It is understood the London outfit is open to a transfer for the correct price, believed to be in the around forty million pounds. The Cherries are currently leading the chase, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally showing an inquiry. Spurs rate Brennan Johnson at around forty million pounds. Rúben Neves This Portugal midfielder could be set for a return to the English top flight after a spell in Saudi Arabia. Now only twenty-eight, and with his contract expiring in the summer, he is a possible bargain. Clubs like Liverpool and Manchester United are connected to the former Wolves man. Furthermore, there are suggestions from Spain that he is prepared to accept a pay cut for a switch to the Spanish giants. M. ter Stegen This veteran German goalkeeper finds himself as the third option at Barcelona under new coach Flick. Having lost his place and had an operation, a winter exit seems increasingly probable. Aston Villa were initially mentioned as a potential suitor, but that option now appears unlikely. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be expressing curiosity in the keeper. I. Toney This prolific England centre-forward has continued scoring frequently in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League might boost his fading hopes of being in the England squad. But, arranging a transfer presents major hurdles. His current club do not wish to part with him, and his alleged huge weekly wages make any move complicated. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been linked as interested parties. The striker was instrumental as Al-Ahli to victory in the domestic cup showpiece. Conor Gallagher The energetic English midfielder attracted considerable attention in the off-season but remained at Atlético Madrid. With few starting appearances in Spain this term, he may be keen to secure more playing time ahead of the World Cup. United have been heavily connected, and a move back to Crystal Palace, a club he excelled on loan, remains a possibility, although wage constraints might be a stumbling block. Harvey Elliott Despite excelling and being named player of the tournament at the U21 Euros in the summer, this talented player has found it tough for game time on loan at Aston Villa. Unai Emery has confirmed the loan move won't become permanent. Because of specific rules regarding representing multiple teams in a season, a move back to his parent club prior to next summer appears to be the sole available solution. K. Yildiz This exciting Turkish attacker is in excellent form for Juventus this term. With his current deal nearing its end, many Premier League clubs – including Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are monitoring the developments. The Turin club are desperate to tie down the 20-year-old to a lengthy agreement but are in a battle to retain one of Europe's most promising young talents. K. Smit The highly-touted Dutch teenage 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 Alkmaar first team. This teenager is widely expected to complete a big-money transfer this month. Newcastle United reportedly are leading the chase, but could face stiff competition from the Spanish champions for a signing priced at approximately twenty-two million pounds.