🔗 Share this article Concerning Guéhi and Yildiz – Who Might Be Making a Switch in the winter Transfer Window? This winter recruitment period proves to be a time of feverish rumour and possible major deals. Several high-profile footballers are being connected to moves away from their present teams. This article explores some of the major names who could be on the move this month. Antoine Semenyo Despite Ghana's failure to qualify for the AFCON, which has kept the player available, indications are a significant move is imminent. This Bournemouth attacker has a contract with a substantial buy-out clause applicable for a short period in early January. Recent developments suggest Manchester City have emerged as his signature. Other interested parties such as Chelsea and Tottenham reportedly have turned their attention to other options, leaving teams like Manchester United or Liverpool to make a late bid. M. Guéhi The England defender has excel for Palace despite a previous transfer to Liverpool collapsing. As his contract set to expire in the summer, this represents the club's final chance to obtain a transfer fee for their captain. Numerous top clubs, including Manchester City and several continental powerhouses including Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, reportedly hold an interest. Yet, a January departure is considered difficult, especially given the manager's dependence on the player. B. Johnson This Wales winger has found starting opportunities hard to come by at Tottenham this campaign. Despite finishing as the side's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, Johnson has begun only a handful of league games. It is understood the London outfit would be 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 Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace also showing an interest. Spurs rate Brennan Johnson at approximately £40m. R. Neves The Portuguese playmaker might be set for a return to the Premier League following a period in Saudi Arabia. Still only 28, and with his agreement ending in the summer of 2026, he is a possible bargain. Clubs such as Liverpool and Manchester United are connected to the player. Additionally, there are suggestions from Spain that he is willing to accept a reduced salary for a move to Real Madrid. Marc-André ter Stegen The experienced German shot-stopper finds himself as third-choice at Barça under new manager Flick. After fallen out of favour and had an operation, a January exit looks increasingly likely. Villa were once linked as a possible destination, but that move now appears off. Instead, interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be expressing interest in the 33-year-old. I. Toney The prolific English striker has continued finding the net frequently in Saudi Arabia. A return to the Premier League might enhance his fading hopes of being in the national World Cup. But, arranging a transfer poses significant challenges. Al-Ahli do not wish to sell him, and his alleged enormous weekly wages make any agreement difficult. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all mentioned as admirers. Ivan Toney helped his Saudi club to victory in the domestic cup final. C. Gallagher This dynamic midfielder attracted widespread attention in the summer but stayed at Atlético. Having few starts in La Liga this term, he is eager to secure more playing time ahead of the World Cup. Manchester United have been heavily linked, and a move back to Crystal Palace, a club he excelled on a temporary deal, remains a option, although wage demands might prove a problem. H. Elliott Despite starring and winning the best player award at the U21 Euros last summer, this young midfielder has found it tough for minutes during his loan spell at Aston Villa. The manager has confirmed the loan move won't be made permanent. Due to specific rules about playing for two clubs in a season, a return to Liverpool prior to next season appears to be the only available solution. Kenan Yildiz The highly-rated Turkey forward is in fine form for Juventus this season. With his current contract running down, many English clubs – such as Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the situation. The Turin club are eager to tie down the youngster to a new long-term contract but face a race to keep one of Europe's brightest prospects. K. Smit The much-admired Netherlands teenage midfielder has earned comparisons to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. After impressing at the U19 Euros, he has broken into the AZ Alkmaar side. This 19-year-old is heavily tipped to make a big-money move this month. Newcastle United reportedly are frontrunners, but are facing strong competition from Real Madrid for a signing priced at around twenty-two million pounds.