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The winter transfer market proves to be a period of significant rumour and potential big-money moves. Several notable players find themselves connected to transfers away from their current clubs. Here is a look at a selection of the top figures who might be changing clubs this month.

Antoine Semenyo

Despite the Black Stars' failure to reach the Africa Cup of Nations, this has kept the forward in contention, indications are a significant move is imminent. The Bournemouth attacker has a deal with a substantial buy-out clause applicable for a brief window in early January. Recent reports suggest the Premier League champions look to have won the race for his services. Other suitors like Tottenham and Chelsea reportedly have turned their attention to alternative options, potentially opening the door for teams such as Liverpool or Manchester United to attempt a last-minute move.

M. Guéhi

This English defender has continued to impress for Palace this season a previous transfer to Liverpool falling through. As his contract due to expire in the summer, this represents the London club's final opportunity to obtain a transfer fee for their captain. Numerous elite sides, such as Manchester City and several continental powerhouses including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to be interested. Yet, a January exit remains unlikely, especially given the coach's reliance on the player.

B. Johnson

The Wales forward has found starting opportunities hard to come by at Spurs this campaign. Although finishing as the club's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, Johnson has started just a handful of league matches. Reports suggest the London club would be willing to consider a sale for the right valuation, thought to be in the around forty million pounds. Bournemouth are currently leading the chase, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford also credited with an inquiry.

Spurs value the Welsh international at around forty million pounds.

Rúben Neves

This Portuguese midfielder might be set for a comeback to the English top flight after a spell in Saudi Arabia. Now just 28, and with his contract ending in the summer of 2026, he is a possible opportunity. Teams such as Liverpool and Manchester United are connected to the player. Additionally, there have been rumours from Spanish media that he is willing to take a pay cut for a move to Real Madrid.

Marc-André ter Stegen

The veteran German goalkeeper is now as the third option at Barcelona under the manager Flick. Having fallen out of favour and had surgery, a winter exit looks highly likely. Aston Villa were initially linked as a possible suitor, but that move currently seems off. Instead, clubs from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be expressing curiosity in the keeper.

Ivan Toney

This proven English striker has continued scoring frequently in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League might boost his fading chances of being in the national squad. However, securing a deal presents significant challenges. His current club are reluctant to sell him, and his alleged huge salary render any move difficult. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all linked as interested parties.

Ivan Toney was instrumental as Al-Ahli to a win in the domestic cup final.

Conor Gallagher

The dynamic English midfielder drew considerable interest in the summer but stayed at Atlético. With few starting appearances in La Liga this season, he may be keen to find more minutes ahead of the World Cup. United have been strongly connected, and a move back to Selhurst Park, a club he shone on loan, remains a possibility, though wage constraints might prove a problem.

Harvey Elliott

Although starring and being named player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, this talented player has found it tough for game time during his loan spell at Villa. The manager has stated the loan move won't be made permanent. Due to FIFA regulations about representing multiple teams in a campaign, a move back to his parent club prior to next summer appears to be the sole viable outcome.

K. Yildiz

The highly-rated Turkey attacker has been in fine form for Juventus this season. With his existing deal running down, many English clubs – such as Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are keeping tabs on the developments. The Turin club are eager to secure the youngster to a new long-term contract but are in a battle to retain one of the continent's most promising young talents.

K. Smit

This much-admired Netherlands teenage midfielder has earned parallels to a Belgian superstar for his style of play. Following impressing at the Under-19 European Championship, Smit has become a regular in the AZ side. This 19-year-old is heavily tipped to make a major move in January. Newcastle reportedly are frontrunners, but are facing strong competition from the Spanish champions for a signing priced at approximately £22 million.