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The winter transfer market is always a period of significant speculation and possible big-money deals. Several prominent stars are being linked with moves out of their current clubs. Here is a look at a selection of the key names that could be changing clubs in January.

Antoine Semenyo

Although the Black Stars' failure to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations, this has kept the player available, reports suggest a significant move is imminent. This Bournemouth attacker has a contract with a substantial buy-out clause active for a short window in early January. Recent developments indicate Manchester City are now the frontrunners for his signature. Former interested parties such as Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have turned their attention to other options, leaving clubs like Manchester United or Liverpool to make a late bid.

Marc Guéhi

This English defender has excel for Crystal Palace despite a summer transfer to Liverpool falling through. As his deal due to expire in the summer, January is the London club's final opportunity to obtain a fee for their captain. A host of elite clubs, such as City and several continental powerhouses like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to hold an interest. Yet, a January exit remains difficult, particularly given the manager's reliance on the defender.

B. Johnson

The Welsh forward has found starting opportunities limited at Spurs this campaign. Although being the side's top scorer the previous campaign, he has begun only a handful of league games. It is understood the London club would be open to a sale for the right price, thought to be in the around forty million pounds. Bournemouth are currently leading the chase, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally credited with an interest.

Spurs value the Welsh international at approximately forty million pounds.

Rúben Neves

The Portugal midfielder might be poised for a return to the English top flight following a period in the Saudi Pro League. Now only 28, while his contract ending in the summer of 2026, he is a possible opportunity. Clubs such as Manchester United and Liverpool have been linked with the former Wolves man. Additionally, there have been rumours from Spanish media that he is prepared to take a reduced salary for a move to the Spanish giants.

Marc-André ter Stegen

This experienced Germany shot-stopper finds himself as third-choice at Barça under the coach Flick. Having lost his place and had surgery, a winter exit looks increasingly likely. Villa were once linked as a potential destination, but that move currently seems unlikely. Instead, clubs from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be showing interest in the 33-year-old.

Ivan Toney

The proven English striker has kept finding the net frequently in Saudi Arabia. Coming back to the Premier League could boost his fading hopes of making the England World Cup. But, securing a deal presents major challenges. Al-Ahli do not wish to sell him, and his reported enormous salary make any agreement difficult. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all mentioned as interested parties.

The striker was instrumental as his Saudi club to a win in the Saudi Super Cup final.

C. Gallagher

The dynamic midfielder drew considerable interest in the summer but stayed at Atlético Madrid. Having few starts in La Liga this term, he may be keen to find more playing time ahead of the tournament. Manchester United have been strongly connected, and a return to Crystal Palace, where he shone on a temporary deal, is also a option, although wage demands might be a stumbling block.

H. Elliott

Although starring and being named player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, this young player has struggled for minutes during his loan spell at Aston Villa. The manager has stated the temporary transfer won't be made permanent. Due to specific rules regarding playing for multiple teams in a season, a move back to Liverpool before next summer appears to be the only available solution.

Kenan Yildiz

The exciting Turkey attacker has been in fine form for Juventus this term. As his current deal nearing its end, a host of English sides – including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the situation. The Turin club are eager to tie down the 20-year-old to a lengthy contract but face a battle to retain one of Europe's most promising young talents.

Kees Smit

This highly-touted Dutch teenage midfielder has earned parallels to Kevin De Bruyne for his playing style. After starring at the Under-19 European Championship, Smit has become a regular in the AZ first team. The 19-year-old is widely expected to complete a big-money transfer this month. Newcastle are believed to be leading the chase, but are facing strong rivalry from Real Madrid for a signing valued at approximately twenty-two million pounds.