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This winter transfer market is always a time of feverish speculation and potential major moves. A number of prominent players find themselves linked with transfers away from their present clubs. This article explores a selection of the top names that are poised to be changing clubs this month.

A. Semenyo

Despite Ghana's inability to qualify for the AFCON, this has left the player in contention, indications are an important move is close. This 25-year-old has a contract with a £65 million release clause applicable for a two-week period at the start of the month. Latest reports indicate Manchester City have emerged as his signature. Other interested parties such as Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have turned their attention to alternative options, leaving teams such as Liverpool or Manchester United to make a last-minute move.

Marc Guéhi

The English centre-back has impress for Crystal Palace this season a summer move to Anfield falling through. With his contract set to run out in the summer, January is the London club's final opportunity to obtain a transfer fee for their captain. Numerous top sides, such as City and several European giants including Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, are believed to hold an interest. However, a winter exit remains difficult, especially given the coach's dependence on the defender.

B. Johnson

This Wales forward has had starting opportunities hard to come by at Spurs this term. Although finishing as the club's top scorer last season, he has begun only a small number of Premier League games. It is understood the North London outfit would be willing to consider a transfer for the right price, believed to be in the around forty million pounds. Bournemouth are currently leading the chase, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally credited with an interest.

Spurs rate Brennan Johnson at around £40m.

R. Neves

The Portuguese playmaker might be set for a comeback to the English top flight after a period in the Saudi Pro League. Still just 28, and with his agreement ending in the summer, he represents a potential opportunity. Clubs like Liverpool and Manchester United have been linked with the former Wolves man. Additionally, there are suggestions from Spain that he is willing to accept a pay cut for a switch to Real Madrid.

M. ter Stegen

This experienced Germany goalkeeper finds himself as the third option at Barça under new manager Flick. Having lost his place and undergone surgery, a January departure seems highly likely. Villa were initially mentioned as a possible suitor, but that option currently seems unlikely. Instead, interest from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be showing curiosity in the 33-year-old.

I. Toney

This prolific English striker has continued finding the net frequently in Saudi Arabia. Coming back to the Premier League could enhance his dwindling hopes of being in the national squad. But, arranging a transfer presents significant challenges. Al-Ahli do not wish to sell him, and his reported huge salary make any agreement complicated. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all linked as admirers.

Ivan Toney was instrumental as his Saudi club to victory in the Saudi Super Cup showpiece.

Conor Gallagher

This dynamic English midfielder drew widespread attention in the off-season but stayed at Atlético. Having few starts in La Liga this season, he is eager to find more minutes ahead of the tournament. Manchester United have been strongly connected, and a return to Crystal Palace, where he shone on a temporary deal, is also a option, though financial constraints could be a problem.

Harvey Elliott

Despite starring and winning the best player award at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, this young midfielder has struggled for minutes during his loan spell at Villa. Unai Emery has confirmed the loan move won't be made permanent. Due to FIFA regulations regarding playing for two clubs in a campaign, a move back to his parent club before next season seems to be the only viable solution.

K. Yildiz

This exciting Turkish attacker is in fine form for the Italian giants this term. With his existing deal nearing its end, many English sides – including Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are keeping tabs on the situation. The Turin club are desperate to tie down the youngster to a new long-term contract but are in a battle to retain one of Europe's most promising prospects.

K. Smit

The much-admired Dutch teenage midfielder has earned comparisons to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. After impressing at the U19 Euros, Smit has broken into the AZ Alkmaar side. The 19-year-old is heavily tipped to complete a big-money transfer in January. Newcastle United reportedly are frontrunners, but could face stiff rivalry from Real Madrid for a deal valued at approximately £22 million.