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The January transfer window is always a time of feverish rumour and potential major transfers. Numerous notable players find themselves connected to moves out of their current teams. Here is a look at some of the major names that might be changing clubs in January.

A. Semenyo

Despite Ghana's failure to reach the AFCON, which has kept the player in contention, it appears a significant transfer is imminent. This Bournemouth attacker has a deal with a substantial release clause applicable for a brief period at the start of the month. Latest developments suggest Manchester City are now the frontrunners for his services. Other interested parties like Tottenham and Chelsea are said to have turned their attention to other targets, potentially opening the door for teams like Liverpool or Manchester United to make a last-minute move.

Marc Guéhi

This English defender has excel for Crystal Palace despite a summer move to Liverpool collapsing. With his contract set to run out in the close season, this represents the club's last opportunity to obtain a fee for their captain. A host of top clubs, including City and multiple European giants like Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, are believed to be interested. Yet, a winter departure is considered difficult, especially given the manager's dependence on the player.

B. Johnson

This Welsh winger has found starting opportunities hard to come by at Spurs this campaign. Although being the club's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, he has started only a handful of Premier League matches. It is understood the North London club would be willing to consider a transfer for the correct valuation, thought to be in the around forty million pounds. The Cherries are currently leading the chase, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally showing an interest.

Spurs value the Welsh international at approximately £40m.

R. Neves

The Portugal playmaker might be set for a return to the English top flight following a spell in Saudi Arabia. Now just 28, while his contract ending in the summer of 2026, he represents a possible opportunity. Clubs like Manchester United and Liverpool have been linked with the former Wolves man. Additionally, there have been rumours from Spanish media that he is willing to take a reduced salary for a move to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

This veteran Germany goalkeeper is now as third-choice at Barcelona under the manager Hansi Flick. After fallen out of favour and undergone surgery, a January exit looks highly likely. Villa were once mentioned as a possible suitor, but that option currently seems unlikely. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be showing interest in the 33-year-old.

Ivan Toney

This prolific England centre-forward has kept finding the net regularly in Saudi Arabia. A return to the Premier League could boost his fading chances of making the national squad. But, arranging a deal presents significant challenges. Al-Ahli do not wish to part with him, and his reported enormous salary make any move complicated. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United are all mentioned as interested parties.

Ivan Toney was instrumental as Al-Ahli to a win in the Saudi Super Cup final.

Conor Gallagher

This dynamic midfielder drew widespread attention in the off-season but remained at Atlético. With limited starting appearances in Spain this term, he is eager to find more minutes ahead of the World Cup. United are heavily connected, and a return to Selhurst Park, a club he excelled on loan, is also a option, though wage demands might be a problem.

H. Elliott

Despite excelling and winning player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, this young player has found it tough for game time during his loan spell at Aston Villa. The manager has stated the loan move will not become permanent. Because of specific rules about playing for two clubs in a season, a return to his parent club prior to next summer appears to be the sole available outcome.

K. Yildiz

This highly-rated Turkey attacker has been in excellent form for Juventus this term. As his current deal running down, a host of Premier League clubs – such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are keeping tabs on the developments. Juventus are desperate to tie down the 20-year-old to a new long-term contract but face a battle to retain one of the continent's most promising prospects.

Kees Smit

This highly-touted Dutch midfielder has drawn parallels to a Belgian superstar for his playing style. Following starring at the Under-19 European Championship, he has become a regular in the AZ side. This 19-year-old is widely tipped to complete a major move this month. Newcastle are believed to be leading the chase, but could face strong competition from the Spanish champions for a deal priced at around twenty-two million pounds.