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This January recruitment period is always a time of significant speculation and possible big-money transfers. Numerous high-profile stars are being linked with transfers out of their current teams. We examine some of the major names who could be on the move in January.

Antoine Semenyo

Despite Ghana's inability to qualify for the AFCON, this has left the forward available, reports suggest a major transfer is imminent. The Bournemouth attacker possesses a deal featuring a sizeable buy-out clause active for a brief window in early January. Recent developments point to the Premier League champions are now the frontrunners for his signature. Other interested parties like Tottenham and Chelsea reportedly have turned their attention to other options, potentially opening the door for teams such as Liverpool or Manchester United to make a late bid.

Marc Guéhi

The England defender has continued to impress for Palace this season a summer transfer to Liverpool collapsing. As his contract due to expire in the summer, this represents the club's final opportunity to secure a fee for their skipper. Numerous top clubs, including Manchester City and multiple continental powerhouses including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to be interested. Yet, a winter departure is considered unlikely, especially given the coach's dependence on the defender.

B. Johnson

This Welsh winger has found starting opportunities hard to come by at Spurs this campaign. Despite being the club's top scorer last season, he has begun just a handful of Premier League matches. Reports suggest the London club is open to a transfer for the correct price, thought to be in the around forty million pounds. Bournemouth are currently leading the chase, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally showing an interest.

Spurs value the Welsh international at approximately forty million pounds.

Rúben Neves

This Portuguese playmaker could be set for a comeback to the Premier League after a period in Saudi Arabia. Still only 28, while his agreement ending in the summer of 2026, he is a possible opportunity. Clubs such as Manchester United and Liverpool are connected to the former Wolves man. Furthermore, there have been rumours from Spanish media that he is willing to accept a reduced salary for a move to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

This veteran German shot-stopper finds himself as the third option at Barça following new manager Hansi Flick. After fallen out of favour and had an operation, a January exit seems highly probable. Aston Villa were initially linked as a potential destination, but that option currently seems off. Instead, clubs from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be showing curiosity in the keeper.

Ivan Toney

This prolific English centre-forward has kept finding the net regularly in the Middle East. Coming back to the Premier League might boost his fading hopes of being in the national World Cup. However, securing a transfer presents significant challenges. Al-Ahli are reluctant to part with him, and his alleged huge salary make any move complicated. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all linked as interested parties.

Ivan Toney was instrumental as his Saudi club to a win in the domestic cup final.

Conor Gallagher

The energetic midfielder attracted considerable attention in the summer but remained at Atlético Madrid. With few starting appearances in La Liga this term, he may be eager to secure more playing time ahead of the World Cup. Manchester United are strongly connected, and a return to Selhurst Park, a club he excelled on a temporary deal, is also a option, though financial demands could be a problem.

Harvey Elliott

Despite excelling and being named the best player award at the U21 Euros in the summer, this talented player has found it tough for minutes on loan at Aston Villa. Unai Emery has stated the loan move won't become permanent. Due to specific rules regarding playing for two clubs in a season, a return to his parent club before next season appears to be the sole viable solution.

K. Yildiz

This highly-rated Turkey attacker has been in fine form for the Italian giants this season. With his current contract nearing its end, many Premier League clubs – such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are monitoring the situation. Juventus are desperate to tie down the 20-year-old to a new long-term agreement but face a race to retain one of Europe's brightest prospects.

Kees Smit

The highly-touted Netherlands midfielder has earned parallels to a Belgian superstar for his playing style. Following starring at the Under-19 European Championship, Smit has become a regular in the AZ side. This teenager is widely tipped to make a big-money move in January. Newcastle United are believed to be frontrunners, but could face stiff competition from the Spanish champions for a signing priced at approximately twenty-two million pounds.