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This January transfer market is always a time of feverish speculation and potential big-money moves. Numerous prominent players are being linked with moves away from their present clubs. Here is a look at a selection of the top figures who might be changing clubs this month.

A. Semenyo

Although the Black Stars' failure to reach the Africa Cup of Nations, which has kept the player in contention, reports suggest a significant move is close. The Bournemouth attacker possesses a contract with a £65 million release clause active for a two-week period at the start of the month. Latest developments point to the Premier League champions look to have won the race for his services. Other suitors like Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have turned their attention to other options, leaving teams such as Liverpool or Manchester United to make a last-minute bid.

Marc Guéhi

The England centre-back has continued to excel for Palace this season a previous move to Liverpool collapsing. With his deal due to expire in the summer, January is the London club's last opportunity to obtain a fee for their captain. A host of elite sides, such as Manchester City and multiple continental powerhouses like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to hold an interest. However, a January exit remains difficult, particularly given the coach's dependence on the player.

B. Johnson

This Welsh winger has had first-team minutes limited at Tottenham this term. Despite finishing as the side's top scorer the previous campaign, Johnson has begun just a handful of league games. Reports suggest the North London outfit is willing to consider a sale for the right valuation, thought to be in the region of £40 million. The Cherries are currently at the front of the queue, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford also showing an interest.

Tottenham rate the Welsh international at around forty million pounds.

Rúben Neves

This Portugal midfielder could be set for a comeback to the Premier League after a period in the Saudi Pro League. Still just 28, while his contract expiring in the summer of 2026, he represents a potential opportunity. Clubs such as Liverpool and Manchester United have been linked with the former Wolves man. Additionally, there are suggestions from Spain that he is prepared to take a reduced salary for a move to Real Madrid.

Marc-André ter Stegen

This veteran Germany goalkeeper is now as third-choice at Barcelona following the manager Hansi Flick. Having fallen out of favour and undergone surgery, a January exit looks highly likely. Aston Villa were initially mentioned as a possible destination, but that move currently seems off. Instead, clubs from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are reportedly expressing curiosity in the keeper.

I. Toney

The proven English striker has continued finding the net regularly in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League could boost his fading chances of making the England World Cup. However, securing a deal poses major challenges. Al-Ahli are reluctant to part with him, and his reported huge salary make any move complicated. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton have all been linked as interested parties.

The striker was instrumental as Al-Ahli to victory in the domestic cup final.

Conor Gallagher

This dynamic English midfielder drew widespread attention in the off-season but remained at Atlético Madrid. With few starts in La Liga this term, he is keen to secure more playing time ahead of the tournament. Manchester United have been strongly connected, and a move back to Crystal Palace, a club he shone on a temporary deal, is also a possibility, though financial constraints might prove a problem.

H. Elliott

Despite starring and winning the best player award at the U21 Euros in the summer, the talented player has struggled for minutes during his loan spell at Aston Villa. The manager has stated the loan move will not be made permanent. Due to specific rules regarding playing for two clubs in a campaign, a move back to his parent club before next summer appears to be the sole viable outcome.

K. Yildiz

The exciting Turkey forward is in fine form for Juventus this season. As his existing contract nearing its end, a host of Premier League clubs – such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are keeping tabs on the situation. Juventus are eager to secure the youngster to a lengthy contract but face a race to retain one of Europe's brightest young talents.

K. Smit

This highly-touted Dutch teenage midfielder has drawn parallels to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. Following impressing at the U19 Euros, he has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar first team. This 19-year-old is heavily tipped to make a big-money move this month. Newcastle United are believed to be leading the chase, but could face stiff competition from Real Madrid for a signing priced at around twenty-two million pounds.