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The January transfer window proves to be a time of significant speculation and possible major moves. Numerous high-profile footballers find themselves linked with transfers out of their current teams. Here is a look at a selection of the top names that are poised to be changing clubs in January.

Antoine Semenyo

Despite Ghana's failure to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations, this has left the player available, reports suggest an important move is imminent. The 25-year-old possesses a contract with a sizeable buy-out clause active for a short period in early January. Recent developments point to Manchester City look to have won the race for his services. Other interested parties like Tottenham and Chelsea reportedly have moved on to alternative options, potentially opening the door for teams such as Manchester United or Liverpool to attempt a last-minute bid.

Marc Guéhi

The English defender has excel for Palace this season a previous move to Anfield falling through. With his deal set to run out in the close season, this represents the club's final opportunity to secure a fee for their captain. A host of top clubs, such as City and multiple European giants including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to be interested. However, a January departure is considered unlikely, especially given the manager's reliance on the defender.

Brennan Johnson

The Welsh forward has found first-team minutes hard to come by at Spurs this term. Although being the club's leading goalscorer last season, he has begun only a handful of league matches. Reports suggest the North London club would be open to a sale for the correct valuation, believed to be in the around forty million pounds. The Cherries are currently at the front of the queue, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford also showing an interest.

Spurs rate the Welsh international at approximately forty million pounds.

R. Neves

The Portugal midfielder could be poised for a return to the English top flight following a period in the Saudi Pro League. Still only twenty-eight, while his contract ending in the summer of 2026, he is a possible bargain. Clubs such as Manchester United and Liverpool have been linked with the former Wolves man. Additionally, there are rumours from Spain that he would be prepared to take a pay cut for a switch to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

The veteran German shot-stopper finds himself as the third option at Barcelona under the coach Flick. After fallen out of favour and had an operation, a winter exit seems highly probable. Villa were initially mentioned as a possible destination, but that move currently seems off. Instead, clubs from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be showing interest in the keeper.

I. Toney

This prolific English striker has kept scoring regularly in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League could enhance his fading chances of making the national World Cup. However, securing a deal presents significant hurdles. His current club do not wish to sell him, and his alleged enormous weekly wages render any agreement complicated. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all mentioned as interested parties.

The striker helped Al-Ahli to a win in the domestic cup showpiece.

C. Gallagher

This energetic midfielder attracted considerable attention in the off-season but stayed at Atlético Madrid. Having limited starting appearances in La Liga this term, he is eager to secure more minutes ahead of the tournament. Manchester United have been strongly connected, and a move back to Crystal Palace, where he shone on loan, is also a possibility, although financial constraints could be a problem.

H. Elliott

Despite starring and winning player of the tournament at the U21 Euros in the summer, this talented midfielder has struggled for game time during his loan spell at Villa. The manager has stated the loan move won't become permanent. Due to FIFA regulations about representing multiple teams in a season, a move back to his parent club prior to next season seems to be the only available outcome.

Kenan Yildiz

The highly-rated Turkish forward has been in fine form for the Italian giants this term. With his existing deal running down, a host of English sides – such as Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are keeping tabs on the developments. Juventus are eager to tie down the 20-year-old to a new long-term agreement but are in a battle to retain one of the continent's brightest prospects.

Kees Smit

This much-admired Netherlands midfielder has drawn comparisons to a Belgian superstar for his playing style. Following impressing at the U19 Euros, he has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar side. This teenager is widely expected to make a big-money move this month. Newcastle reportedly are leading the chase, but are facing strong competition from the Spanish champions for a signing valued at approximately £22 million.