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This January transfer window is always a period of significant speculation and potential big-money moves. Numerous notable footballers find themselves linked with transfers away from their current clubs. This article explores a selection of the top figures that might be on the move in January.

Antoine Semenyo

Despite the Black Stars' inability to reach the AFCON, this has kept the player in contention, reports suggest a major transfer is imminent. The 25-year-old possesses a deal featuring a £65 million buy-out clause applicable for a two-week period at the start of the month. Latest developments indicate the Premier League champions look to have won the race for his services. Other interested parties like Chelsea and Tottenham reportedly have turned their attention to other targets, potentially opening the door for clubs like Manchester United or Liverpool to attempt a last-minute bid.

Marc Guéhi

This England centre-back has continued to excel for Palace this season a summer transfer to Liverpool falling through. With his deal set to run out in the summer, January is the club's last chance to secure a fee for their skipper. A host of elite sides, including Manchester City and multiple continental powerhouses like Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, reportedly be interested. However, a January departure remains unlikely, especially given the manager's dependence on the player.

B. Johnson

This Wales forward has found starting minutes hard to come by at Tottenham this term. Although being the side's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, Johnson has begun only a handful of league matches. It is understood the North London club would be willing to consider a transfer for the right price, thought to be in the around forty million pounds. The Cherries appear to be at the front of the queue, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford also showing an interest.

Tottenham rate Brennan Johnson at approximately £40m.

Rúben Neves

The Portuguese playmaker could be set for a return to the English top flight after a spell in Saudi Arabia. Still only 28, and with his contract ending in the summer of 2026, he is a possible bargain. Teams such as Manchester United and Liverpool have been connected to the player. Furthermore, there are suggestions from Spanish media that he is willing to take a reduced salary for a move to the Spanish giants.

Marc-André ter Stegen

This veteran Germany shot-stopper finds himself as the third option at Barça following the manager Flick. After lost his place and undergone an operation, a January exit looks increasingly probable. Villa were once linked as a potential destination, but that option currently seems unlikely. Instead, clubs from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are reportedly showing interest in the keeper.

Ivan Toney

The proven English striker has kept finding the net frequently in the Middle East. Coming back to the Premier League could boost his dwindling chances of making the England squad. However, securing a transfer presents significant hurdles. His current club do not wish to sell him, and his reported enormous weekly wages render any agreement complicated. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all mentioned as admirers.

The striker helped his Saudi club to a win in the Saudi Super Cup final.

Conor Gallagher

The energetic midfielder attracted widespread interest in the off-season but remained at Atlético. Having limited starting appearances in Spain this season, he is keen to find more minutes ahead of the World Cup. United have been heavily connected, and a return to Selhurst Park, a club he shone on a temporary deal, remains a possibility, although financial constraints could prove a problem.

H. Elliott

Although starring and winning the best player award at the U21 Euros in the summer, this young midfielder has struggled for game time on loan at Villa. The manager has stated the temporary transfer won't become permanent. Due to FIFA regulations about representing two clubs in a campaign, a move back to Liverpool before next summer seems to be the sole viable outcome.

Kenan Yildiz

The exciting Turkish attacker has been in excellent form for Juventus this season. As his current contract running down, many Premier League clubs – such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are monitoring the developments. Juventus are desperate to tie down the 20-year-old to a new long-term contract but face a race to retain one of Europe's most promising prospects.

Kees Smit

The highly-touted Netherlands midfielder has earned parallels to Kevin De Bruyne for his playing style. Following starring at the Under-19 European Championship, Smit has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar first team. The 19-year-old is widely expected to complete a major transfer in January. Newcastle reportedly are frontrunners, but could face stiff rivalry from the Spanish champions for a signing valued at approximately twenty-two million pounds.