🔗 Share this article

This January transfer window is typically a period of feverish speculation and potential major moves. Numerous prominent footballers find themselves linked with transfers out of their current teams. This article explores a selection of the major names that might be on the move in January.

Antoine Semenyo

Despite the Black Stars' inability to reach the Africa Cup of Nations, which has kept the forward in contention, reports suggest a major move is imminent. This Bournemouth attacker has a deal featuring a sizeable release clause applicable for a two-week window in early January. Latest developments indicate Manchester City are now the frontrunners for his services. Other suitors like Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have turned their attention to alternative options, leaving clubs such as Manchester United or Liverpool to make a late move.

Marc Guéhi

The England centre-back has excel for Crystal Palace this season a summer move to Anfield collapsing. With his deal due to expire in the close season, this represents the London club's last opportunity to secure a fee for their captain. A host of top clubs, such as Manchester City and several continental powerhouses like Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, are believed to hold an interest. However, a winter departure is considered difficult, especially given the coach's reliance on the player.

B. Johnson

This Wales winger has had starting opportunities limited at Spurs this term. Despite being the club's leading goalscorer last season, he has started just 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 region of £40 million. The Cherries appear to be leading the chase, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace also credited with an inquiry.

Tottenham rate Brennan Johnson at approximately £40m.

Rúben Neves

This Portuguese playmaker might be poised for a return to the Premier League after a spell in Saudi Arabia. Still only twenty-eight, and with his contract ending in the summer of 2026, he represents a possible bargain. Teams such as Liverpool and Manchester United are linked with the former Wolves man. Additionally, there are rumours from Spanish media that he is willing to take a pay cut for a move to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

This experienced German goalkeeper finds himself as the third option at Barça under the coach Flick. Having fallen out of favour and undergone an operation, a winter exit seems increasingly probable. Villa were initially mentioned as a potential destination, but that move currently seems off. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be expressing curiosity in the keeper.

I. Toney

The prolific England centre-forward has kept scoring frequently in the Middle East. Coming back to the Premier League might boost his dwindling hopes of making the England World Cup. But, securing a deal presents significant challenges. Al-Ahli are reluctant to part with him, and his alleged huge weekly wages render any move complicated. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been linked as admirers.

Ivan Toney helped his Saudi club to a win in the Saudi Super Cup showpiece.

Conor Gallagher

The dynamic English midfielder attracted considerable interest in the off-season but remained at Atlético Madrid. Having few starts in Spain this term, he is keen to secure more playing time ahead of the tournament. Manchester United have been heavily linked, and a move back to Crystal Palace, where he shone on a temporary deal, remains a option, although financial demands might be a problem.

H. Elliott

Although excelling and being named player of the tournament at the U21 Euros in the summer, the talented midfielder has found it tough for minutes on loan at Aston Villa. The manager has confirmed the temporary transfer will not be made permanent. Because of FIFA regulations regarding representing multiple teams in a season, a move back to his parent club prior to next summer appears to be the only viable outcome.

Kenan Yildiz

This highly-rated Turkish attacker is in fine form for Juventus this season. As his current contract running down, a host of Premier League sides – such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are keeping tabs on the situation. The Turin club are eager to secure the youngster to a lengthy agreement but face a battle to retain one of Europe's brightest young talents.

Kees Smit

The highly-touted Netherlands midfielder has drawn parallels to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. Following impressing at the U19 Euros, he has broken into the AZ Alkmaar side. The 19-year-old is widely tipped to complete a major move this month. Newcastle are believed to be leading the chase, but are facing stiff rivalry from Real Madrid for a signing valued at approximately £22 million.