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The January transfer window proves to be a period of intense speculation and possible big-money moves. Numerous notable stars are being linked with moves away from their current teams. Here is a look at some of the top names that might be changing clubs this month.

Antoine Semenyo

Although Ghana's failure to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations, this has left the player in contention, reports suggest an important transfer is imminent. This 25-year-old possesses a contract featuring a £65 million buy-out clause active for a short period at the start of the month. Latest developments indicate Manchester City look to have won the race for his services. Former suitors like Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have moved on to alternative options, leaving teams like Liverpool or Manchester United to attempt a last-minute bid.

M. Guéhi

The English centre-back has excel for Crystal Palace despite a summer move to Liverpool collapsing. As his contract due to expire in the close season, this represents the London club's last chance to obtain a fee for their skipper. Numerous elite clubs, including Manchester City and multiple continental powerhouses like Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, are believed to be interested. However, a January exit remains unlikely, especially given the manager's reliance on the defender.

Brennan Johnson

This Welsh forward has had starting opportunities hard to come by at Spurs this campaign. Despite finishing as the side's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, he has started just a handful of league games. It is understood the North London club is willing to consider a transfer for the correct valuation, believed to be in the around forty million pounds. Bournemouth are currently leading the chase, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally credited with an inquiry.

Tottenham rate the Welsh international at around forty million pounds.

Rúben Neves

The Portugal midfielder could be set for a return to the English top flight following a period in the Saudi Pro League. Still just twenty-eight, while his contract expiring in the summer, he is a possible bargain. Teams like Liverpool and Manchester United have been connected to the player. Furthermore, there have been suggestions from Spanish media that he is prepared to accept a pay cut for a switch to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

This experienced German shot-stopper finds himself as the third option at Barça following the manager Hansi Flick. Having lost his place and undergone an operation, a winter departure looks increasingly probable. Villa were once linked as a potential suitor, but that move now appears unlikely. Instead, interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are reportedly expressing interest in the 33-year-old.

Ivan Toney

The prolific England striker has kept finding the net regularly in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League could boost his dwindling hopes of being in the England World Cup. However, arranging a transfer presents significant challenges. Al-Ahli do not wish to part with him, and his reported huge weekly wages make any agreement complicated. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been mentioned as admirers.

Ivan Toney was instrumental as Al-Ahli to a win in the Saudi Super Cup showpiece.

Conor Gallagher

This dynamic midfielder attracted considerable interest in the summer but stayed at Atlético. With limited starts in Spain this season, he is keen to secure more minutes ahead of the World Cup. Manchester United have been heavily linked, and a move back to Crystal Palace, a club he excelled on a temporary deal, is also a option, though wage demands could prove a problem.

H. Elliott

Despite excelling and winning player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, this talented midfielder has struggled for game time on loan at Villa. Unai Emery has stated the temporary transfer will not be made permanent. Because of FIFA regulations regarding playing for two clubs in a season, a return to Liverpool before next season appears to be the only viable outcome.

Kenan Yildiz

This exciting Turkish forward is in excellent form for the Italian giants this term. As his existing deal nearing its end, many Premier League sides – such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are keeping tabs on the developments. Juventus are desperate to secure the youngster to a lengthy contract but face a race to retain one of the continent's most promising prospects.

K. Smit

This highly-touted Netherlands midfielder has earned parallels to Kevin De Bruyne for his playing style. After starring at the U19 Euros, Smit has become a regular in the AZ side. The 19-year-old is widely tipped to make a big-money transfer this month. Newcastle are believed to be leading the chase, but could face strong rivalry from Real Madrid for a signing valued at around £22 million.