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The January transfer window is always a time of intense rumour and possible big-money transfers. Numerous high-profile stars are being linked with transfers out of their present teams. Here is a look at a selection of the major names who are poised to be on the move in January.

A. Semenyo

Despite Ghana's failure to qualify for the AFCON, this has left the player available, indications are a major move is imminent. This 25-year-old has a deal featuring a £65 million release clause active for a two-week window in early January. Latest developments point to Manchester City are now the frontrunners for his services. Other interested parties like Tottenham and Chelsea reportedly have moved on to alternative targets, potentially opening the door for clubs such as Manchester United or Liverpool to attempt a last-minute move.

M. Guéhi

This England centre-back has continued to impress for Palace despite a previous move to Anfield collapsing. With his deal set to expire in the close season, this represents the club's last chance to secure a fee for their skipper. Numerous elite clubs, including Manchester City and several continental powerhouses like Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, reportedly hold an interest. However, a winter departure remains difficult, particularly given the manager's dependence on the defender.

Brennan Johnson

The Wales forward has found first-team minutes hard to come by at Tottenham this campaign. Despite being the side's top scorer last season, Johnson has begun just a small number of league games. It is understood the London outfit would be open to a transfer for the correct valuation, believed to be in the around forty million pounds. The Cherries are currently at the front of the queue, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace also showing an inquiry.

Tottenham rate the Welsh international at approximately £40m.

R. Neves

This Portuguese playmaker could be poised for a return to the English top flight following a spell in Saudi Arabia. Now just 28, while his contract expiring in the summer of 2026, he represents a possible opportunity. Teams like Liverpool and Manchester United have been connected to the player. Furthermore, there are suggestions from Spanish media that he would be prepared to take a pay cut for a move to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

This veteran Germany shot-stopper is now as third-choice at Barcelona following new coach Hansi Flick. After lost his place and undergone an operation, a January exit seems increasingly probable. Villa were initially mentioned as a potential destination, but that option currently seems unlikely. Instead, clubs from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be expressing interest in the 33-year-old.

Ivan Toney

This proven England centre-forward has kept scoring regularly in Saudi Arabia. Coming back to the Premier League could enhance his fading hopes of being in the national squad. However, securing a transfer poses major challenges. Al-Ahli do not wish to sell him, and his alleged enormous weekly wages make any agreement complicated. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton have all been mentioned as interested parties.

Ivan Toney was instrumental as his Saudi club to victory in the domestic cup final.

C. Gallagher

The dynamic English midfielder attracted widespread attention in the summer but remained at Atlético Madrid. With limited starting appearances in La Liga this term, he may be keen to secure more minutes ahead of the World Cup. United are strongly linked, and a move back to Selhurst Park, a club he excelled on loan, is also a possibility, though wage constraints could prove a problem.

H. Elliott

Despite excelling and winning player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, the young midfielder has struggled for minutes during his loan spell at Villa. Unai Emery has stated the loan move will not become permanent. Because of specific rules regarding playing for two clubs in a season, a return to Liverpool prior to next summer seems to be the only viable outcome.

Kenan Yildiz

This exciting Turkish forward has been in fine form for the Italian giants this season. With his current contract running down, many Premier League 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 are in a race to keep one of the continent's most promising prospects.

K. Smit

The much-admired Netherlands teenage midfielder has drawn comparisons to a Belgian superstar for his style of play. After impressing at the Under-19 European Championship, he has become a regular in the AZ first team. This 19-year-old is widely expected to make a big-money transfer in January. Newcastle United are believed to be leading the chase, but are facing strong competition from Real Madrid for a signing valued at approximately £22 million.