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This January transfer window proves to be a period of feverish speculation and potential big-money deals. Several prominent stars are being linked with moves away from their current clubs. This article explores some of the major names who could be changing clubs this month.

A. Semenyo

Despite Ghana's inability to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations, which has kept the player in contention, indications are a significant transfer is imminent. The 25-year-old has a contract with a £65 million buy-out clause applicable for a two-week window in early January. Latest reports suggest the Premier League champions have emerged as his services. Other suitors like Tottenham and Chelsea are said to have moved on to other options, leaving clubs such as Liverpool or Manchester United to attempt a late move.

M. Guéhi

This England centre-back has impress for Palace this season a summer transfer to Liverpool collapsing. As his deal due to expire in the close season, January is the club's final opportunity to secure a transfer fee for their skipper. A host of elite clubs, such as City and multiple continental powerhouses including Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, reportedly hold an interest. However, a January exit is considered difficult, particularly given the coach's reliance on the defender.

Brennan Johnson

This Wales forward has had first-team opportunities hard to come by at Tottenham this term. Despite being the side's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, Johnson has begun just a small number of league matches. Reports suggest the North London outfit would be willing to consider a transfer for the correct price, believed to be in the region of £40 million. The Cherries appear to be at the front of the queue, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford also credited with an interest.

Tottenham rate Brennan Johnson at around forty million pounds.

Rúben Neves

This Portugal midfielder could be set for a return to the Premier League following a period in Saudi Arabia. Still only twenty-eight, and with his agreement ending in the summer, he is a potential opportunity. Teams like Manchester United and Liverpool are linked with the player. Additionally, there have been suggestions from Spain that he is prepared to take a pay cut for a switch to the Spanish giants.

Marc-André ter Stegen

This experienced German goalkeeper is now as third-choice at Barcelona under the manager Flick. After lost his place and had an operation, a January exit seems increasingly probable. Aston Villa were initially linked as a possible destination, but that move now appears off. Instead, interest from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be expressing curiosity in the 33-year-old.

I. Toney

The prolific English centre-forward has kept finding the net regularly in Saudi Arabia. A return to the Premier League might enhance his dwindling hopes of being in the England World Cup. However, securing a transfer poses significant challenges. His current club do not wish to sell him, and his reported enormous salary make any agreement difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been linked as admirers.

The striker helped his Saudi club to victory in the domestic cup final.

C. Gallagher

This energetic midfielder drew widespread attention in the summer but stayed at Atlético Madrid. Having limited starts in La Liga this term, he may be keen to find more minutes ahead of the tournament. Manchester United are heavily connected, and a move back to Selhurst Park, where he excelled on loan, remains a possibility, although wage constraints could prove a stumbling block.

Harvey Elliott

Despite excelling and being named the best player award at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, this talented midfielder has found it tough for minutes on loan at Aston Villa. Unai Emery has stated the loan move will not become permanent. Due to FIFA regulations about representing two clubs in a campaign, a return to his parent club prior to next season appears to be the sole viable solution.

K. Yildiz

This highly-rated Turkish attacker has been in fine form for the Italian giants this season. With his existing contract nearing its end, a host of English clubs – including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the developments. The Turin club are desperate to secure the youngster to a lengthy contract but face a battle to retain one of the continent's most promising prospects.

K. Smit

This highly-touted Dutch teenage midfielder has earned parallels to a Belgian superstar for his style of play. After starring at the Under-19 European Championship, he has broken into the AZ first team. This teenager is widely expected to make a major move this month. Newcastle reportedly are leading the chase, but are facing strong competition from Real Madrid for a signing priced at around £22 million.