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The winter transfer market is always a period of intense speculation and potential major deals. Several prominent footballers are being connected to moves out of their current teams. Here is a look at some of the top figures that might be changing clubs this month.

A. Semenyo

Although the Black Stars' inability to reach the AFCON, which has left the forward available, it appears a major transfer is imminent. This Bournemouth attacker has a deal featuring a £65 million release clause active for a brief period in early January. Latest reports suggest the Premier League champions are now the frontrunners for his services. Former interested parties such as Chelsea and Tottenham reportedly have moved on to other options, leaving teams like Manchester United or Liverpool to make a late bid.

Marc Guéhi

The English defender has impress for Palace this season a summer transfer to Anfield falling through. As his deal set to run out in the close season, this represents the club's last chance to obtain a fee for their captain. A host of top clubs, such as City and several continental powerhouses like Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, are believed to hold an interest. Yet, a winter departure is considered difficult, particularly given the coach's dependence on the defender.

B. Johnson

This Welsh winger has found starting minutes hard to come by at Spurs this campaign. Despite finishing as the club's top scorer the previous campaign, he has begun only a small number of Premier League games. Reports suggest the North London club is willing to consider a transfer for the correct price, believed to be in the around forty million pounds. The Cherries are currently at the front of the queue, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace also showing an inquiry.

Spurs value Brennan Johnson at approximately £40m.

R. Neves

This Portuguese playmaker might be poised for a return to the English top flight after a period in the Saudi Pro League. Now just 28, and with his agreement ending in the summer of 2026, he is a possible opportunity. Clubs like Manchester United and Liverpool are connected to the player. Additionally, there are rumours from Spain that he is willing to accept a reduced salary for a move to Real Madrid.

Marc-André ter Stegen

The experienced German shot-stopper finds himself as the third option at Barça under new coach Hansi Flick. Having fallen out of favour and undergone an operation, a January departure seems increasingly likely. Aston Villa were initially mentioned as a potential suitor, but that option now appears off. Instead, interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are reportedly expressing curiosity in the 33-year-old.

Ivan Toney

This proven England centre-forward has kept scoring regularly in Saudi Arabia. A return to the Premier League might enhance his dwindling hopes of being in the national squad. However, arranging a transfer presents major hurdles. His current club are reluctant to sell him, and his alleged huge salary render any agreement complicated. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United are all linked as interested parties.

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

Conor Gallagher

The dynamic midfielder attracted considerable attention in the summer but remained at Atlético Madrid. Having limited starting appearances in Spain this term, he may be eager to find more minutes ahead of the tournament. United have been strongly connected, and a move back to Selhurst Park, a club he excelled on a temporary deal, is also a option, though wage constraints could prove a stumbling block.

Harvey Elliott

Although excelling and winning player of the tournament at the U21 Euros last summer, this talented midfielder has struggled for game time on loan at Aston Villa. Unai Emery has stated the loan move won't be made permanent. Because of specific rules regarding representing two clubs in a season, a move back to Liverpool before next summer appears to be the only viable outcome.

K. Yildiz

This highly-rated Turkey attacker has been in excellent form for Juventus this term. As his existing deal running down, many English clubs – such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are monitoring the developments. Juventus are eager to tie down the 20-year-old to a new long-term contract but face a race to retain one of the continent's brightest prospects.

Kees Smit

This much-admired Dutch teenage midfielder has earned parallels to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. After impressing at the Under-19 European Championship, Smit has broken into the AZ side. This 19-year-old is heavily tipped to make a big-money transfer in January. Newcastle are believed to be frontrunners, but are facing strong competition from the Spanish champions for a deal valued at approximately £22 million.