🔗 Share this article From Marc Guéhi and Kenan Yildiz – Which Players Are Set to Be Making a Switch this winter Transfer Window? This January transfer window is always a time of significant speculation and possible big-money deals. Numerous high-profile footballers find themselves connected to transfers out of their present clubs. We examine a selection of the top figures that are poised to be changing clubs in January. A. Semenyo Although Ghana's inability to qualify for the AFCON, this has kept the forward available, it appears a significant transfer is close. The 25-year-old has a contract with a substantial release clause applicable for a brief window at the start of the month. Recent reports indicate the Premier League champions are now the frontrunners for his signature. Former suitors such as Chelsea and Tottenham reportedly have moved on to alternative options, leaving teams like Manchester United or Liverpool to attempt a last-minute bid. Marc Guéhi The England centre-back has impress for Palace despite a summer move to Anfield collapsing. As his deal set to run out in the summer, this represents the London club's final chance to secure a fee for their captain. A host of top sides, including Manchester City and multiple continental powerhouses including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly be interested. Yet, a winter departure is considered difficult, particularly given the coach's reliance on the defender. Brennan Johnson This Wales winger has had first-team opportunities limited at Spurs this campaign. Despite being the side's top scorer last season, Johnson has begun only a handful of league games. It is understood the North London outfit is willing to consider a sale for the correct valuation, believed to be in the region of forty million pounds. Bournemouth are currently leading the chase, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford also showing an interest. Spurs rate Brennan Johnson at around forty million pounds. R. Neves This Portuguese playmaker could be set for a return to the Premier League following a spell in Saudi Arabia. Now only twenty-eight, and with his contract ending in the summer, he represents a possible opportunity. Teams such as Liverpool and Manchester United are linked with the former Wolves man. Furthermore, there have been suggestions from Spain that he would be prepared to take a pay cut for a switch to Real Madrid. Marc-André ter Stegen The veteran Germany goalkeeper finds himself as the third option at Barça following new coach Hansi Flick. After fallen out of favour and had an operation, a January exit seems increasingly probable. Villa were initially linked as a possible suitor, but that option currently seems unlikely. Instead, interest from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are reportedly expressing interest in the 33-year-old. I. Toney The prolific English striker has continued scoring frequently in Saudi Arabia. Coming back to the Premier League could enhance his dwindling chances of being in the national World Cup. But, securing a transfer poses significant challenges. His current club do not wish to sell him, and his alleged huge weekly wages make any agreement complicated. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United are all mentioned as admirers. Ivan Toney helped his Saudi club to victory in the domestic cup showpiece. Conor Gallagher The energetic English midfielder drew considerable attention in the off-season but remained at Atlético Madrid. Having few starts in La Liga this season, he is keen to find more minutes ahead of the World Cup. Manchester United have been strongly linked, and a return to Selhurst Park, a club he shone on loan, is also a possibility, although financial constraints could be a stumbling block. H. Elliott Despite starring and being named player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, this talented player has struggled for game time on loan at Aston Villa. The manager has confirmed the loan move will not be made permanent. Because of specific rules about playing for two clubs in a campaign, a return to Liverpool before next summer seems to be the sole available solution. Kenan Yildiz The highly-rated Turkish attacker is in excellent form for the Italian giants this term. As his current deal running down, many Premier League sides – such as Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the situation. The Turin club are eager to secure the youngster to a lengthy agreement but face a battle to keep one of Europe's most promising young talents. Kees Smit The much-admired Netherlands midfielder has drawn comparisons to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. Following impressing at the Under-19 European Championship, Smit has broken into the AZ first team. This 19-year-old is heavily tipped to make a major transfer this month. Newcastle United are believed to be leading the chase, but could face strong competition from the Spanish champions for a deal priced at approximately twenty-two million pounds.