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This winter transfer window is always a period of intense speculation and possible big-money deals. Numerous high-profile footballers find themselves linked with moves away from their present clubs. We examine some of the major names who might be changing clubs in January.

A. Semenyo

Although the Black Stars' failure to reach the AFCON, this has kept the forward in contention, it appears an important transfer is imminent. The Bournemouth attacker possesses a deal featuring a £65 million buy-out clause active for a short window at the start of the month. Latest developments suggest the Premier League champions are now the frontrunners for his signature. Other interested parties like Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have moved on to alternative targets, leaving teams like Manchester United or Liverpool to attempt a last-minute bid.

M. Guéhi

This England defender has excel for Crystal Palace despite a summer move to Anfield collapsing. With his contract due to run out in the summer, this represents the London club's final opportunity to obtain a fee for their skipper. Numerous elite sides, including Manchester City and multiple European giants including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly hold an interest. Yet, a January exit remains unlikely, especially given the manager's reliance on the player.

Brennan Johnson

This Welsh forward has found first-team minutes hard to come by at Spurs this campaign. Although being the club's leading goalscorer last season, he has begun just a handful of Premier League matches. It is understood the North London outfit would be open to a transfer for the right price, thought to be in the region of forty million pounds. The Cherries are currently leading the chase, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally showing an interest.

Spurs value Brennan Johnson at around forty million pounds.

Rúben Neves

The Portuguese playmaker could be poised for a return to the English top flight following a spell in Saudi Arabia. Still only twenty-eight, and with his contract expiring in the summer of 2026, he represents a potential bargain. Clubs like Liverpool and Manchester United are connected to the player. Additionally, there have been rumours from Spanish media that he would be willing to accept a reduced salary for a switch to the Spanish giants.

Marc-André ter Stegen

The veteran Germany shot-stopper is now as the third option at Barça under the coach Hansi Flick. Having fallen out of favour and had surgery, a January exit looks increasingly probable. Aston Villa were once linked as a potential destination, but that move now appears unlikely. Instead, clubs from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be expressing interest in the 33-year-old.

I. Toney

This proven England centre-forward has continued scoring frequently in the Middle East. Coming back to the Premier League could boost his dwindling hopes of being in the England squad. However, securing a transfer poses significant challenges. His current club are reluctant to sell him, and his reported huge salary make any move difficult. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton have all been mentioned as interested parties.

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

Conor Gallagher

This energetic English midfielder attracted considerable interest in the summer but stayed at Atlético Madrid. With few starts in La Liga this term, he may be keen to find more minutes ahead of the World Cup. Manchester United have been strongly connected, and a return to Selhurst Park, a club he excelled on loan, remains a possibility, although financial constraints could prove a stumbling block.

H. Elliott

Although excelling and winning the best player award at the U21 Euros in the summer, this young player has found it tough for minutes on loan at Villa. Unai Emery has stated the temporary transfer won't be made permanent. Due to specific rules regarding representing two clubs in a campaign, a return to Liverpool before next summer appears to be the sole viable solution.

K. Yildiz

This highly-rated Turkey attacker has been in excellent form for the Italian giants this season. With his existing deal running down, many English sides – including Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are keeping tabs on the situation. Juventus are eager to secure the 20-year-old to a lengthy contract but are in a race to keep one of the continent's brightest young talents.

K. Smit

This much-admired Netherlands midfielder has earned comparisons to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. After starring at the U19 Euros, Smit has broken into the AZ side. This 19-year-old is widely expected to make a big-money move in January. Newcastle reportedly are frontrunners, but are facing strong rivalry from Real Madrid for a deal priced at around £22 million.