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The winter transfer market proves to be a period of intense speculation and possible big-money transfers. A number of high-profile stars find themselves linked with moves out of their current clubs. We examine some of the top names who might be changing clubs in January.

Antoine Semenyo

Although Ghana's inability to qualify for the AFCON, which has left the forward available, indications are a major move is close. The 25-year-old has a contract with a substantial buy-out clause applicable for a two-week period in early January. Recent reports suggest Manchester City are now the frontrunners for his services. Other suitors such as Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have moved on to other options, leaving teams such as Liverpool or Manchester United to attempt a late bid.

M. Guéhi

This English centre-back has impress for Crystal Palace this season a summer transfer to Liverpool collapsing. As his deal due to run out in the close season, this represents the club's last opportunity to obtain a transfer fee for their captain. Numerous top clubs, such as City and multiple European giants including Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, reportedly be interested. Yet, a winter departure remains difficult, especially given the coach's reliance on the defender.

Brennan Johnson

This Wales forward has found starting minutes hard to come by at Spurs this term. Despite being the side's top scorer the previous campaign, he has started only a small number of league matches. Reports suggest the North London outfit is willing to consider a sale for the correct price, believed to be in the around 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 £40m.

R. Neves

The Portugal playmaker might be poised for a return to the English top flight following a spell in the Saudi Pro League. Now only twenty-eight, and with his agreement expiring in the summer of 2026, he is a possible bargain. Clubs like Liverpool and Manchester United have been connected to the former Wolves man. Furthermore, there are suggestions from Spanish media that he would be willing to take a pay cut for a move to the Spanish giants.

Marc-André ter Stegen

The experienced German goalkeeper finds himself as the third option at Barça under the manager Hansi Flick. After fallen out of favour and undergone an operation, a winter exit seems increasingly likely. Aston Villa were once linked as a potential destination, but that option now appears unlikely. Instead, clubs from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be showing interest in the 33-year-old.

I. Toney

The proven English striker has kept finding the net frequently in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League could enhance his dwindling chances of making the national squad. However, arranging a transfer poses major hurdles. Al-Ahli do not wish to sell him, and his alleged enormous weekly wages render any agreement difficult. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all mentioned as interested parties.

Ivan Toney helped his Saudi club to victory in the Saudi Super Cup final.

C. Gallagher

The energetic midfielder drew widespread interest in the summer but stayed at Atlético Madrid. Having few starts in Spain this term, he may be eager to find more minutes ahead of the World Cup. United are heavily connected, and a return to Crystal Palace, a club he shone on a temporary deal, remains a option, though financial constraints could be a stumbling block.

Harvey Elliott

Although excelling and being named player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, this young midfielder has found it tough for minutes during his loan spell at Aston Villa. Unai Emery has stated the temporary transfer won't become permanent. Due to specific rules about representing multiple teams in a season, a move back to his parent club before next season appears to be the only available solution.

K. Yildiz

This exciting Turkish forward has been in excellent form for the Italian giants this season. As his current contract nearing its end, many Premier League sides – such as Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are keeping tabs on the situation. The Turin club are eager to tie down the youngster to a new long-term agreement but are in a race to retain one of the continent's brightest prospects.

Kees Smit

The highly-touted Dutch teenage midfielder has earned parallels to a Belgian superstar for his style of play. After impressing at the Under-19 European Championship, he has broken into the AZ Alkmaar side. The 19-year-old is widely tipped to make a major move this month. Newcastle United are believed to be frontrunners, but could face stiff competition from the Spanish champions for a deal priced at approximately twenty-two million pounds.