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The winter transfer market is typically a period of intense speculation and possible major deals. Several prominent footballers are being connected to moves out of their present clubs. Here is a look at a selection of the top figures that could be changing clubs this month.

Antoine Semenyo

Despite the Black Stars' failure to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations, which has left the forward available, indications are an important transfer is imminent. The 25-year-old has a deal featuring a £65 million buy-out clause applicable for a brief period at the start of the month. Latest reports indicate the Premier League champions look to have won the race for his signature. Other interested parties like Tottenham and Chelsea are said to have turned their attention to other targets, potentially opening the door for clubs such as Liverpool or Manchester United to attempt a late move.

Marc Guéhi

This English centre-back has excel for Palace this season a summer transfer to Liverpool collapsing. As his deal set to run out in the summer, January is the club's last opportunity to secure a fee for their skipper. A host of top sides, such as Manchester City and several continental powerhouses like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to be interested. Yet, a winter departure is considered difficult, especially given the manager's dependence on the defender.

B. Johnson

The Welsh forward has found starting minutes hard to come by at Tottenham this term. Despite finishing as the side's leading goalscorer last season, Johnson has begun only a small number of Premier League games. It is understood the London outfit is willing to consider a sale for the correct valuation, thought to be in the around £40 million. Bournemouth appear to be leading the chase, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally credited with an interest.

Tottenham rate Brennan Johnson at approximately forty million pounds.

Rúben Neves

This Portugal midfielder might be poised for a comeback to the English top flight following a spell in the Saudi Pro League. Still only twenty-eight, and with his agreement expiring in the summer, he is a potential bargain. Clubs like Manchester United and Liverpool have been connected to the player. Additionally, there are suggestions from Spain that he is willing to accept a reduced salary for a switch to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

This veteran German goalkeeper is now as third-choice at Barcelona following the manager Hansi Flick. Having lost his place and had an operation, a January departure looks highly likely. Villa were once linked as a possible suitor, but that move now appears unlikely. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are reportedly expressing curiosity in the keeper.

I. Toney

This prolific England centre-forward has kept scoring regularly in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League might enhance his dwindling chances of making the England squad. But, securing a transfer presents significant hurdles. His current club 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 admirers.

Ivan Toney helped Al-Ahli to a win in the Saudi Super Cup showpiece.

C. Gallagher

The energetic midfielder attracted widespread attention in the summer but stayed at Atlético Madrid. With limited starts in Spain this season, he is keen to find more playing time ahead of the World Cup. Manchester United have been strongly linked, and a return to Selhurst Park, where he shone on loan, remains a option, though wage demands could prove a problem.

H. Elliott

Although starring and being named player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, the young midfielder has found it tough for minutes on loan at Villa. Unai Emery has stated the temporary transfer won't become permanent. Due to specific rules regarding playing for two clubs in a season, a move back to Liverpool prior to next season appears to be the only available outcome.

Kenan Yildiz

This exciting Turkey forward has been in fine form for the Italian giants this season. With his current deal running down, a host of Premier League sides – including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the situation. Juventus are desperate to tie down the youngster to a new long-term agreement but face a battle to keep one of Europe's brightest young talents.

K. Smit

The much-admired Netherlands midfielder has drawn comparisons to a Belgian superstar for his style of play. After impressing at the U19 Euros, he has broken into the AZ side. This teenager is widely tipped to complete a major transfer in January. Newcastle United reportedly are leading the chase, but are facing stiff rivalry from the Spanish champions for a signing priced at approximately £22 million.