We break down the January Premier League transfers that are most likely to happen according to bookmakers odds.
The January transfer window opens on January 1 and runs until 7pm on February 2, and while wholesale squad overhauls are rare mid-season, several compelling storylines are set to dominate the market.
Marc Guéhi’s contract situation looms large, with Liverpool weighing up whether to move now or wait as Europe’s elite circle for a free transfer in the summer, while Antoine Semenyo’s £65m release clause has sparked serious interest from Manchester City and could trigger a knock-on effect across the league.
At the top, Arsenal and Aston Villa are expected to hold firm, backing their title-chasing squads, but elsewhere clubs are desperate to bring in reinforcements, with Liverpool under pressure to reinforce at centre-back, Everton and West Ham hunting for a proven No 9, and clubs at the foot of the table eyeing the loan market to aid survival.
Add in AFCON absences, PSR constraints and several high-profile contracts nearing expiry, and this winter window could have some big transfer moves.
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Raheem Sterling Next Club Odds
Raheem Sterling most likely destination is Crystal Palace, the bookmakers have given him a 31% chance of signing for The Eagles at a shortest price of 9/4 with Paddy Power.
Raheem Sterling could be on the move this January as Chelsea look to offload fringe players from their so-called “bomb squad.” His £325,000 per week contract will be a massive hurdle seeing as it doesn't expire any time soon and no one will match those wages.
However, it is quite clear he isn't welcome at Chelsea - he is yet to play a minute this season. A switch to Crystal Palace could offer Sterling a fresh start in London with a role on the pitch. Palace are unlikely to match his Chelsea wages, but the chance to play regularly and stay in the capital could prove an attractive proposition for the 31-year-old Englishman.
Bayern Munich is another option - he has been given a 7/2 chance of moving to Germany.
Oscar Bobb Next Club Odds
Oscar Bobb has been given a 75% Chance of making the switch to any German club this January at a best price of 1/3 with BetVictor.
With Antoine Semenyo's move to Man City looking increasingly likely, Oscar Bobb's role in the first team is under scrutiny. He is likely to move to third in the pecking order on the left wing with Jeremy Doku and Semenyo the primary options.
Bobb has made just 12 Premier League and Champions League appearances this season.
Dortmund are reported to be leading the race to secure the 22-year-old's signature in January. After the success of Jadon Sancho's move to Dortmund from Man City and their track record with young talent, it wouldn't be a surprise to see Bobb make the switch as he searched for playing time.
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Kobbie Mainoo Next Club Odds
Kobbie Mainoo is eyeing a move to Napoli with bookmakers suggesting there is a 48% chance of it happening.
He is a shortest price of 10/11 with Paddy Power to move to Napoli and a best price of 7/4 with bet365.
The midfielder is growing frustrated under Ruben Amorim as he struggles for minutes this season - he has played just 212 minutes in the Premier League this season and is yet to make a start.
The 20-year-old, once touted as the next big thing to come out of Manchester, could follow in the footsteps of former team mates Scott McTominay and Rasmus Hojlund who currently play for the Italian side.
It was reported the youngster was keen on a move to Napoli in early December but it remains uncertain if the club will let him go.
Nathan Ake Next Club Odds
Nathan Ake is linked with a move to West Ham with bookmakers pricing him as short as 5/4 to make the move.
He is a best price of 6/1 to move to West Ham, 5/1 to move to Bournemouth and 5/1 to move to Barcelona.
With just 18 months left on his contract, Man City are reportedly keen to offload Nathan Ake who has made just one start for Pep's side this season.
A price tag of £21 million is said to have been set for the 30-year-old which could be put towards a signing bonus for Marc Guehi should City persue him on a free in the summer.
Jørgen Strand Larsen Next Club Odds
Jorgen Larsen is linked with moves to either West Ham or Crystal Palace.
He is as short as 5/4 (44% chance) to move to Crystal Palace and 13/8 (38% chance) to move to West Ham.
The Wolves forward was the subject of a £55 million bid from Newcastle in the summer which was rejected.
After 16 Premier League appearances this season he has just one goal for the club who are currently on track to finish as the worst Premier League side of all time.
The club might be willing to cash in on their striker who would be unlikely to want to stay at the club if they were to be relegated. With the drop looking almost certain, now could be the time to sell.
