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This January transfer market is typically a time of significant speculation and possible big-money moves. Numerous prominent footballers find themselves connected to transfers away from their current teams. Here is a look at some of the top names that might be on the move in January.

A. Semenyo

Although the Black Stars' inability to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations, this has left the forward available, it appears a significant transfer is imminent. The 25-year-old has a deal with a sizeable release clause active for a short window in early January. Latest developments suggest the Premier League champions have emerged as his services. Other interested parties such as Tottenham and Chelsea are said to have turned their attention to other options, leaving teams like Liverpool or Manchester United to attempt a late move.

M. Guéhi

The England defender has excel for Crystal Palace this season a previous move to Anfield collapsing. As his contract due to expire in the close season, this represents the London club's last chance to secure a fee for their captain. Numerous elite sides, such as Manchester City and several continental powerhouses like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to be interested. However, a January departure is considered difficult, particularly given the manager's reliance on the defender.

B. Johnson

The Wales forward has had starting minutes hard to come by at Spurs this term. Although being the club's top scorer last season, he has started just a small number of Premier League games. Reports suggest the London club is open to a sale for the correct valuation, thought to be in the region of forty million pounds. The Cherries appear to be at the front of the queue, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally credited with an interest.

Tottenham rate Brennan Johnson at around £40m.

Rúben Neves

This Portuguese midfielder might be poised for a comeback to the Premier League after a period in the Saudi Pro League. Now just 28, and with his agreement expiring in the summer of 2026, he represents a possible opportunity. Clubs like Manchester United and Liverpool are linked with the player. Furthermore, there have been suggestions from Spanish media that he would be prepared to accept a pay cut for a move to Real Madrid.

Marc-André ter Stegen

The experienced Germany goalkeeper is now as the third option at Barcelona under new manager Flick. Having lost his place and undergone surgery, a winter departure looks increasingly probable. Villa were initially linked as a possible suitor, but that move now appears unlikely. Instead, interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be expressing curiosity in the keeper.

I. Toney

The proven England centre-forward has continued finding the net regularly in Saudi Arabia. Coming back to the Premier League could enhance his dwindling hopes of making the England World Cup. However, arranging a deal poses major challenges. Al-Ahli do not wish 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 was instrumental as Al-Ahli to a win in the domestic cup showpiece.

Conor Gallagher

This energetic English midfielder drew widespread interest in the summer but stayed at Atlético. With few starts in La Liga this term, he may be eager to secure more playing time ahead of the tournament. Manchester United are heavily connected, and a return to Crystal Palace, where he excelled on a temporary deal, is also a option, although wage constraints could prove a problem.

H. Elliott

Although excelling and being named the best player award at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, the talented midfielder has found it tough for game time on loan at Villa. Unai Emery has confirmed the loan move won't be made permanent. Due to FIFA regulations regarding representing two clubs in a campaign, a move back to his parent club prior to next summer seems to be the only viable outcome.

K. Yildiz

The highly-rated Turkey attacker has been in excellent form for the Italian giants this term. As his current deal running down, many Premier League clubs – such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are monitoring the developments. The Turin club are eager to tie down the youngster to a lengthy contract but are in a race to keep one of Europe's brightest prospects.

Kees Smit

The much-admired Dutch midfielder has drawn parallels to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. After starring at the U19 Euros, he has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar side. The teenager is heavily tipped to complete a major transfer in January. Newcastle United are believed to be frontrunners, but are facing strong rivalry from the Spanish champions for a signing valued at approximately £22 million.