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This winter transfer window proves to be a period of feverish speculation and potential major deals. Numerous high-profile footballers are being linked with moves away from their present teams. We examine a selection of the key figures who could be changing clubs this month.

A. Semenyo

Despite Ghana's inability to qualify for the AFCON, which has kept the forward available, reports suggest an important move is close. This Bournemouth attacker possesses a deal with a sizeable release clause applicable for a brief period in early January. Recent developments suggest Manchester City are now the frontrunners for his services. Former interested parties such as Chelsea and Tottenham reportedly have turned their attention to alternative targets, leaving clubs like Liverpool or Manchester United to attempt a last-minute bid.

Marc Guéhi

The English defender has continued to excel for Crystal Palace this season a summer transfer to Anfield collapsing. With his contract due to run out in the summer, January is the London club's final chance to obtain a transfer fee for their captain. Numerous top clubs, including City and multiple European giants like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to hold an interest. However, a January departure remains unlikely, especially given the manager's reliance on the defender.

Brennan Johnson

The Wales winger has found starting opportunities limited at Spurs this campaign. Although being the club's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, he has started just a small number of league games. It is understood the London club is open to a sale for the correct valuation, believed to be in the region of £40 million. Bournemouth are currently at the front of the queue, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally showing an interest.

Spurs rate the Welsh international at around forty million pounds.

R. Neves

The Portuguese playmaker could be poised for a comeback to the English top flight after a period in Saudi Arabia. Still only twenty-eight, while his contract expiring in the summer, he represents a potential opportunity. Clubs like Liverpool and Manchester United have been linked with the player. Additionally, there have been suggestions from Spanish media that he would be willing to take a reduced salary for a switch to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

The experienced Germany shot-stopper is now as the third option at Barça following the manager Hansi Flick. Having fallen out of favour and undergone surgery, a January exit looks highly probable. Villa were once linked as a possible destination, but that move currently seems off. Instead, interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be showing curiosity in the 33-year-old.

I. Toney

The prolific English centre-forward has continued scoring frequently in the Middle East. Coming back to the Premier League might enhance his fading hopes of making the England squad. But, securing a transfer poses significant hurdles. His current club are reluctant to sell him, and his reported huge weekly wages render any agreement difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United are all mentioned as admirers.

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

C. Gallagher

This energetic English midfielder drew considerable attention in the summer but stayed at Atlético. Having limited starting appearances in La Liga this season, he may be keen to find more minutes ahead of the tournament. United are heavily connected, and a move back to Crystal Palace, where he shone on a temporary deal, is also a option, although financial demands might be a stumbling block.

H. Elliott

Although starring and winning the best player award at the U21 Euros last summer, the young midfielder has found it tough for minutes on loan at Villa. Unai Emery has stated the temporary transfer will not be made permanent. Due to FIFA regulations about representing multiple teams in a season, a return to Liverpool prior to next season seems to be the sole viable solution.

Kenan Yildiz

The exciting Turkish forward has been in fine form for Juventus this season. With his existing contract running down, many Premier League clubs – including Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are keeping tabs on the developments. The Turin club are desperate to tie down the 20-year-old to a lengthy contract but face a race to retain one of the continent's most promising young talents.

K. Smit

This highly-touted Dutch teenage midfielder has earned comparisons to a Belgian superstar for his style of play. After starring at the Under-19 European Championship, he has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar first team. This 19-year-old is widely expected to complete a major transfer in January. Newcastle United reportedly are leading the chase, but could face strong rivalry from the Spanish champions for a deal priced at around twenty-two million pounds.