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The winter transfer window proves to be a time of intense speculation and potential major deals. A number of high-profile footballers are being linked with moves out of their present teams. This article explores some of the top figures that might be changing clubs in January.

A. Semenyo

Although Ghana's failure to reach the AFCON, this has kept the forward in contention, reports suggest an important move is imminent. The Bournemouth attacker has a deal featuring a sizeable buy-out clause applicable for a brief window at the start of the month. Latest developments indicate the Premier League champions look to have won the race for his services. Other interested parties such as Tottenham and Chelsea are said to have moved on to alternative options, leaving clubs such as Liverpool or Manchester United to make a last-minute move.

M. Guéhi

This English centre-back has excel for Crystal Palace despite a previous move to Liverpool collapsing. With his deal due to run out in the close season, January is the club's last chance to secure a fee for their skipper. Numerous 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 departure is considered unlikely, particularly given the manager's reliance on the player.

Brennan Johnson

This Wales winger has had starting opportunities limited at Tottenham this campaign. Although finishing as the side's top scorer last season, Johnson has begun just a handful of league games. Reports suggest the North London outfit would be open to a sale for the correct price, thought to be in the around forty million pounds. The Cherries are currently leading the chase, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally credited with an inquiry.

Spurs rate the Welsh international at approximately £40m.

R. Neves

The Portugal midfielder might be set for a comeback to the Premier League after a period in Saudi Arabia. Now only 28, while his contract ending in the summer, he is a potential bargain. Clubs such as Liverpool and Manchester United have been connected to the player. Furthermore, there have been suggestions from Spain that he would be prepared to take a pay cut for a move to the Spanish giants.

Marc-André ter Stegen

The veteran German goalkeeper is now as the third option at Barça following the coach Flick. Having lost his place and undergone surgery, a winter departure seems highly probable. Villa were once linked as a possible suitor, but that move currently seems unlikely. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are reportedly showing curiosity in the 33-year-old.

Ivan Toney

The proven English striker has continued finding the net frequently in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League might enhance his dwindling hopes of being in the England World Cup. However, arranging a deal poses significant hurdles. His current club do not wish to sell him, and his reported enormous weekly wages render any agreement complicated. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United are all mentioned as interested parties.

The striker helped Al-Ahli to victory in the Saudi Super Cup showpiece.

Conor Gallagher

The energetic English midfielder drew considerable interest in the summer but remained at Atlético Madrid. With limited starting appearances in La Liga this season, he may be eager to find more playing time ahead of the World Cup. United are heavily connected, and a return to Selhurst Park, a club he shone on loan, remains a possibility, though financial constraints might prove a stumbling block.

H. Elliott

Despite excelling and winning player of the tournament at the U21 Euros last summer, the talented player has found it tough for minutes during his loan spell at Villa. Unai Emery has stated the temporary transfer won't become permanent. Due to FIFA regulations regarding playing for two clubs in a season, a move back to his parent club before next summer seems to be the only available solution.

K. Yildiz

The highly-rated Turkish forward is in excellent form for the Italian giants this season. With his current deal nearing its end, a host of English sides – including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are keeping tabs on the situation. The Turin club are eager to tie down the youngster to a lengthy contract but are in a race to retain one of Europe's brightest young talents.

K. Smit

This much-admired Dutch teenage midfielder has earned comparisons to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. After impressing at the Under-19 European Championship, Smit has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar first team. The teenager is heavily expected to make a big-money transfer in January. Newcastle United reportedly are leading the chase, but are facing stiff competition from the Spanish champions for a signing priced at around twenty-two million pounds.