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This January recruitment period is always a time of significant rumour and potential big-money transfers. A number of prominent stars find themselves linked with transfers out of their current clubs. This article explores a selection of the top figures who might be changing clubs this month.

Antoine Semenyo

Although the Black Stars' failure to reach the Africa Cup of Nations, this has kept the player in contention, indications are a significant move is imminent. This Bournemouth attacker possesses a deal featuring a substantial release clause active for a brief period in early January. Latest reports point to the Premier League champions look to have won the race for his services. Former interested parties like Tottenham and Chelsea reportedly have turned their attention to other options, leaving teams such as Liverpool or Manchester United to attempt a late bid.

Marc Guéhi

This England defender has impress for Crystal Palace this season a summer transfer to Anfield collapsing. With his contract due to expire in the summer, this represents the London club's final opportunity to obtain a transfer fee for their skipper. Numerous elite sides, including Manchester City and multiple continental powerhouses like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to hold an interest. Yet, a winter departure is considered difficult, especially given the manager's dependence on the player.

B. Johnson

This Welsh forward has found starting opportunities limited at Spurs this campaign. Despite being the club's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, Johnson has begun only a handful of league matches. It is understood the North London club is willing to consider a transfer for the right price, believed to be in the region of £40 million. The Cherries are currently at the front of the queue, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally showing an inquiry.

Tottenham rate the Welsh international at around forty million pounds.

R. Neves

The Portugal playmaker might be set for a comeback to the English top flight following a spell in Saudi Arabia. Still only 28, while his agreement expiring in the summer of 2026, he is a potential opportunity. Clubs such as Manchester United and Liverpool have been connected to the player. Additionally, there have been suggestions from Spanish media that he is willing to accept a reduced salary for a switch to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

The experienced German goalkeeper is now as the third option at Barça following new coach Hansi Flick. Having lost his place and undergone an operation, a winter exit seems increasingly probable. Aston Villa were once mentioned as a potential suitor, but that move currently seems unlikely. Instead, interest from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be expressing interest in the keeper.

Ivan Toney

This proven England centre-forward has kept finding the net frequently in Saudi Arabia. Coming back to the Premier League could enhance his dwindling chances of being in the national World Cup. However, securing a transfer poses significant hurdles. Al-Ahli are reluctant to sell him, and his alleged enormous weekly wages render any agreement complicated. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been linked as interested parties.

Ivan Toney helped his Saudi club to a win in the domestic cup showpiece.

C. Gallagher

This energetic midfielder attracted considerable attention in the off-season but stayed at Atlético Madrid. With few starts in La Liga this term, he may be keen to secure more playing time ahead of the World Cup. United have been heavily linked, and a return to Selhurst Park, a club he shone on a temporary deal, is also a possibility, although financial demands could be a problem.

Harvey Elliott

Although excelling and being named player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, this talented player has struggled for minutes during his loan spell at Villa. The manager has confirmed the temporary transfer won't become permanent. Due to FIFA regulations about playing for multiple teams in a season, a move back to Liverpool prior to next summer appears to be the sole available outcome.

Kenan Yildiz

This highly-rated Turkey attacker is in fine form for Juventus this season. With his current deal running down, a host of English sides – such as Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the developments. Juventus are eager to tie down the 20-year-old to a lengthy contract but face a race to retain one of the continent's most promising prospects.

K. Smit

The much-admired Dutch midfielder has earned comparisons to a Belgian superstar for his playing style. After impressing at the U19 Euros, he has broken into the AZ side. This 19-year-old is heavily expected to make a major transfer in January. Newcastle United are believed to be frontrunners, but are facing strong rivalry from Real Madrid for a signing valued at around twenty-two million pounds.