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This January transfer market is typically a period of intense speculation and possible major moves. Several high-profile players are being linked with moves out of their present clubs. This article explores a selection of the top figures that are poised to be changing clubs in January.

A. Semenyo

Although the Black Stars' inability to qualify for the AFCON, which has kept the forward in contention, reports suggest an important transfer is close. The 25-year-old has a contract featuring a £65 million buy-out clause applicable for a brief period at the start of the month. Latest developments indicate the Premier League champions are now the frontrunners for his signature. Other suitors like Tottenham and Chelsea are said to have moved on to other targets, potentially opening the door for clubs like Liverpool or Manchester United to make a last-minute bid.

Marc Guéhi

This England centre-back has continued to excel for Palace despite a summer move to Liverpool collapsing. With his contract set to run out in the summer, January is the London club's final opportunity to obtain a fee for their captain. Numerous top sides, such as City and several European giants including Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, reportedly hold an interest. However, a January departure is considered unlikely, particularly given the coach's dependence on the player.

Brennan Johnson

The Wales forward has found first-team opportunities limited at Tottenham this term. Despite being the club's leading goalscorer last season, he has begun just a small number of Premier League games. Reports suggest the London outfit is willing to consider a sale for the right price, thought to be in the region of £40 million. Bournemouth are currently leading the chase, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford also credited with an interest.

Tottenham rate the Welsh international at approximately forty million pounds.

Rúben Neves

This Portuguese midfielder might be poised for a return to the English top flight after a period in the Saudi Pro League. Still just twenty-eight, while his agreement expiring in the summer of 2026, he represents a possible opportunity. Teams like Manchester United and Liverpool have been linked with the former Wolves man. Furthermore, there have been suggestions from Spain that he is willing to accept a reduced salary for a move to Real Madrid.

M. ter Stegen

This experienced German goalkeeper is now as third-choice at Barcelona under new manager Hansi Flick. After lost his place and had surgery, a January departure seems increasingly likely. Villa were initially linked as a potential destination, but that move currently seems off. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are reportedly showing curiosity in the keeper.

I. Toney

The proven England centre-forward has continued finding the net frequently in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League could enhance his fading hopes of making the national squad. However, securing a transfer presents significant challenges. His current club are reluctant to sell him, and his reported huge weekly wages render any move complicated. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United are all linked as admirers.

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

C. Gallagher

This energetic midfielder attracted widespread interest in the summer but remained at Atlético. With limited starting appearances in La Liga this term, he is eager to secure more minutes ahead of the tournament. United have been heavily linked, and a return to Crystal Palace, a club he shone on a temporary deal, is also a possibility, though wage constraints could prove a problem.

H. Elliott

Despite starring and being named the best player award at the U21 Euros in the summer, this talented midfielder has struggled for minutes on loan at Aston Villa. Unai Emery has stated the temporary transfer will not become permanent. Because of FIFA regulations about playing for multiple teams in a season, a move back to his parent club before next summer appears to be the only available outcome.

Kenan Yildiz

The exciting Turkey attacker is in fine form for Juventus this season. As his existing contract nearing its end, a host of Premier League clubs – such as Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the situation. Juventus are desperate to tie down the 20-year-old to a new long-term contract but face a battle to keep one of the continent's most promising prospects.

K. Smit

The much-admired Dutch teenage midfielder has drawn comparisons to Kevin De Bruyne for his playing style. After impressing at the Under-19 European Championship, he has become a regular in the AZ side. This teenager is widely expected to complete a big-money transfer in January. Newcastle reportedly are leading the chase, but are facing strong competition from Real Madrid for a signing valued at around twenty-two million pounds.