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The winter transfer market is typically a period of intense speculation and possible major moves. Numerous prominent stars are being linked with moves out of their current teams. This article explores some of the major figures who could be on the move in January.

A. Semenyo

Despite Ghana's failure to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations, which has left the forward in contention, it appears an important move is imminent. This Bournemouth attacker possesses a contract with a sizeable release clause applicable for a two-week window in early January. Latest reports indicate the Premier League champions look to have won the race for his services. Other suitors such as Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have turned their attention to other targets, potentially opening the door for teams such as Manchester United or Liverpool to make a late bid.

Marc Guéhi

The English defender has impress for Palace despite a summer move to Liverpool collapsing. With his deal set to run out in the close season, January is the London club's final chance to obtain a fee for their skipper. Numerous elite sides, including City and several European giants like Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, reportedly be interested. Yet, a winter exit is considered unlikely, especially given the coach's reliance on the defender.

B. Johnson

This Wales winger has found starting minutes hard to come by at Tottenham this term. Although finishing as the club's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, Johnson has begun just a small number of Premier League matches. Reports suggest the London club would be open to a transfer for the right price, thought to be in the around forty million pounds. Bournemouth appear to be leading the chase, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace also credited with an interest.

Tottenham value the Welsh international at around forty million pounds.

Rúben Neves

This Portuguese playmaker could be poised for a comeback to the Premier League after a period in Saudi Arabia. Now only 28, and with his contract expiring in the summer of 2026, he is a potential bargain. Teams such as Liverpool and Manchester United are linked with the player. Additionally, there have been suggestions from Spanish media that he would be willing to take a reduced salary for a switch to Real Madrid.

Marc-André ter Stegen

The veteran German goalkeeper is now as third-choice at Barcelona under the manager Hansi Flick. After lost his place and had surgery, a winter exit looks highly probable. Villa were initially mentioned as a possible destination, but that move now appears unlikely. Instead, clubs from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are reportedly showing interest in the 33-year-old.

I. Toney

The proven England striker has continued finding the net regularly in Saudi Arabia. A return to the Premier League could boost his fading chances of making the national World Cup. However, securing a transfer poses major hurdles. His current club are reluctant to part with him, and his alleged enormous salary render any move difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United are all mentioned as admirers.

The striker was instrumental as Al-Ahli to victory in the Saudi Super Cup showpiece.

Conor Gallagher

The energetic English midfielder attracted widespread attention in the off-season but stayed at Atlético Madrid. With few starting appearances in La Liga this term, he may be keen to find more playing time ahead of the tournament. United are strongly connected, and a move back to Crystal Palace, where he excelled on loan, remains a possibility, although wage constraints might be a problem.

H. Elliott

Although excelling and being named the best player award at the U21 Euros last summer, this young midfielder has struggled for minutes on loan at Villa. The manager has confirmed the loan move will not be made permanent. Due to specific rules about playing for two clubs in a season, a move back to his parent club prior to next summer appears to be the only available outcome.

Kenan Yildiz

This exciting Turkey forward is in excellent form for Juventus this term. As his current contract nearing its end, a host of English sides – such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are keeping tabs on the developments. Juventus are eager to secure the 20-year-old to a lengthy contract but face a battle to retain one of Europe's most promising young talents.

K. Smit

The highly-touted Netherlands midfielder has drawn parallels to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. Following impressing at the U19 Euros, he has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar first team. The teenager is heavily tipped to make a big-money move in January. Newcastle reportedly are frontrunners, but could face strong rivalry from Real Madrid for a signing priced at approximately £22 million.