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This January transfer window is always a period of intense rumour and potential major transfers. Numerous prominent footballers are being connected to transfers away from their present clubs. This article explores a selection of the key figures who could be changing clubs in January.

Antoine Semenyo

Although the Black Stars' failure to reach the Africa Cup of Nations, which has kept the player in contention, it appears a major transfer is close. This Bournemouth attacker possesses a deal with a substantial buy-out clause active for a short period in early January. Latest reports indicate Manchester City are now the frontrunners for his services. Former suitors such as Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have moved on to other options, potentially opening the door for clubs like Manchester United or Liverpool to make a late move.

Marc Guéhi

The England defender has continued to excel for Crystal Palace despite a previous move to Liverpool collapsing. With his contract due to run out in the close season, January is the club's last opportunity to secure a transfer fee for their captain. Numerous top sides, including City and several European giants including Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, reportedly be interested. Yet, a winter exit is considered difficult, particularly given the manager's dependence on the defender.

B. Johnson

The Wales winger has found first-team opportunities limited at Tottenham this campaign. Despite finishing as the club's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, Johnson has started only a handful of Premier League matches. It is understood the London club is willing to consider a sale for the correct valuation, believed to be in the around £40 million. Bournemouth are currently at the front of the queue, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford also showing an inquiry.

Spurs rate Brennan Johnson at approximately forty million pounds.

R. Neves

This Portuguese midfielder could be poised for a return to the Premier League after a spell in Saudi Arabia. Now only 28, and with his contract expiring in the summer of 2026, he represents a possible opportunity. Teams like Manchester United and Liverpool are linked with the player. Additionally, there have been suggestions from Spain that he would be willing to take a pay cut for a move to the Spanish giants.

Marc-André ter Stegen

This experienced Germany shot-stopper is now as the third option at Barcelona following the coach Hansi Flick. Having lost his place and had an operation, a winter exit seems highly likely. Villa were initially mentioned as a possible suitor, but that option now appears off. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be showing curiosity in the 33-year-old.

Ivan Toney

The prolific England centre-forward has kept scoring regularly in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League could enhance his fading chances of being in the national squad. But, securing a deal poses major hurdles. Al-Ahli do not wish to sell him, and his reported enormous weekly wages make any move difficult. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all linked as admirers.

Ivan Toney was instrumental as his Saudi club to victory in the Saudi Super Cup final.

Conor Gallagher

This energetic English midfielder attracted considerable interest in the off-season but stayed at Atlético Madrid. With few starting appearances in Spain this season, he is keen to find more minutes ahead of the World Cup. United are strongly connected, and a move back to Crystal Palace, where he excelled on loan, is also a option, although financial demands could be a stumbling block.

Harvey Elliott

Despite starring and winning player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, this young midfielder has found it tough for minutes during his loan spell at Villa. Unai Emery has stated the temporary transfer will not be made permanent. Due to FIFA regulations about representing two clubs in a campaign, a return to his parent club before next season seems to be the only available outcome.

K. Yildiz

The highly-rated Turkey attacker is in excellent form for Juventus this term. As his current deal running down, many English clubs – such as Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the developments. Juventus are desperate to tie down the 20-year-old to a lengthy contract but are in a battle to keep one of Europe's brightest young talents.

K. Smit

The much-admired Netherlands teenage midfielder has earned comparisons to a Belgian superstar for his style of play. After impressing at the U19 Euros, he has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar first team. This 19-year-old is heavily expected to complete a big-money transfer in January. Newcastle United reportedly are frontrunners, but are facing strong rivalry from Real Madrid for a deal valued at around twenty-two million pounds.