🔗 Share this article

This January transfer window is always a period of significant rumour and potential major transfers. Numerous notable footballers are being linked with moves away from their present teams. Here is a look at a selection of the key figures who might be on the move in January.

A. Semenyo

Despite Ghana's failure to qualify for the AFCON, this has kept the player in contention, reports suggest a significant transfer is close. The Bournemouth attacker possesses a contract featuring a £65 million release clause active for a brief period at the start of the month. Recent developments point to the Premier League champions are now the frontrunners for his signature. Former interested parties like Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have moved on to alternative options, leaving teams like Manchester United or Liverpool to make a late bid.

M. Guéhi

This English defender has excel for Palace this season a summer transfer to Anfield falling through. With his contract set to run out in the close season, this represents the club's final opportunity to obtain a transfer fee for their captain. A host of elite sides, such as City and multiple continental powerhouses like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to be interested. However, a winter departure remains unlikely, especially given the coach's dependence on the defender.

B. Johnson

The Wales forward has found starting opportunities hard to come by at Spurs this campaign. Despite being the club's leading goalscorer last season, Johnson has begun just a small number of league matches. It is understood the London outfit is willing to consider a transfer for the right price, thought to be in the around £40 million. Bournemouth appear to be at the front of the queue, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford also showing an interest.

Tottenham value Brennan Johnson at approximately £40m.

R. Neves

The Portugal midfielder could be set for a comeback to the Premier League after a spell in Saudi Arabia. Now only 28, while his agreement expiring in the summer, he is a possible opportunity. Clubs like Liverpool and Manchester United have been linked with the player. Furthermore, there are rumours from Spanish media that he is willing to take a pay cut for a switch to Real Madrid.

M. ter Stegen

The veteran German shot-stopper finds himself as the third option at Barcelona under new manager Hansi Flick. After fallen out of favour and had an operation, a January departure seems highly probable. Aston Villa were once mentioned as a potential suitor, but that move currently seems unlikely. Instead, interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be showing curiosity in the 33-year-old.

Ivan Toney

The prolific English centre-forward has continued scoring regularly in the Middle East. Coming back to the Premier League could boost his fading hopes of making the England World Cup. However, arranging a deal presents significant hurdles. His current club do not wish to sell him, and his alleged enormous weekly wages make any move difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United are all mentioned as interested parties.

Ivan Toney helped Al-Ahli to a win in the Saudi Super Cup final.

C. Gallagher

This dynamic English midfielder drew widespread attention in the off-season but remained at Atlético. With limited starts in Spain this season, he is keen to secure more minutes ahead of the tournament. Manchester United have been heavily linked, and a move back to Crystal Palace, a club he excelled on loan, remains a possibility, though financial constraints might be a stumbling block.

Harvey Elliott

Despite excelling and winning player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, the talented midfielder has found it tough for minutes on loan at Villa. Unai Emery has confirmed the temporary transfer will not be made permanent. Due to specific rules regarding playing for multiple teams in a season, a move back to Liverpool prior to next summer seems to be the only available outcome.

Kenan Yildiz

The exciting Turkey forward is in fine form for the Italian giants this season. As his current deal running down, a host of Premier League clubs – such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are monitoring the situation. The Turin club are eager to secure the youngster to a lengthy contract but are in a battle to keep one of Europe's brightest prospects.

K. Smit

The much-admired Netherlands midfielder has earned comparisons to Kevin De Bruyne for his playing style. After starring at the U19 Euros, Smit has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar first team. This 19-year-old is widely tipped to complete a major move in January. Newcastle United reportedly are frontrunners, but could face strong rivalry from Real Madrid for a deal valued at around £22 million.