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The winter transfer window is always a time of significant speculation and possible big-money transfers. A number of notable stars find themselves connected to transfers out of their present teams. Here is a look at some of the top figures that are poised to be changing clubs this month.

A. Semenyo

Despite the Black Stars' inability to reach the Africa Cup of Nations, which has kept the player available, it appears an important move is close. This 25-year-old has a contract featuring a substantial buy-out clause active for a brief period in early January. Recent developments suggest the Premier League champions look to have won the race for his signature. Former suitors such as Tottenham and Chelsea reportedly have turned their attention to other targets, leaving teams like Liverpool or Manchester United to attempt a late move.

Marc Guéhi

The England centre-back has impress for Palace this season a previous transfer to Anfield collapsing. As his deal set to expire in the close season, January is the London club's last opportunity to obtain a transfer fee for their captain. Numerous elite sides, such as City and multiple continental powerhouses like Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, reportedly hold an interest. Yet, a winter exit remains unlikely, especially given the coach's reliance on the player.

B. Johnson

This Wales winger has had first-team opportunities limited at Tottenham this campaign. Although being the club's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, he has started only a small number of league games. Reports suggest the London outfit is open to a sale for the right price, thought to be in the region of forty million pounds. The Cherries are currently leading the chase, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace also credited with an interest.

Spurs rate Brennan Johnson at approximately £40m.

R. Neves

The Portuguese playmaker could be poised for a comeback to the Premier League after a spell in Saudi Arabia. Still only twenty-eight, while his agreement expiring in the summer of 2026, he is a potential bargain. Clubs such as Manchester United and Liverpool are connected to the former Wolves man. Additionally, there are suggestions from Spanish media that he would be prepared to take a reduced salary for a switch to the Spanish giants.

Marc-André ter Stegen

The veteran Germany goalkeeper is now as the third option at Barça under new coach Flick. Having fallen out of favour and undergone an operation, a winter exit seems highly likely. Aston Villa were once linked as a possible suitor, but that option currently seems off. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be showing curiosity in the keeper.

Ivan Toney

This proven English centre-forward has continued finding the net regularly in the Middle East. Coming back to the Premier League could boost his fading chances of being in the national World Cup. However, securing a deal poses major hurdles. Al-Ahli are reluctant to part with him, and his alleged huge weekly wages render any agreement complicated. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all mentioned as admirers.

Ivan Toney helped his Saudi club to victory in the Saudi Super Cup showpiece.

Conor Gallagher

The energetic English midfielder drew widespread attention in the off-season but remained at Atlético Madrid. Having limited starts in Spain this season, he is keen to find more minutes ahead of the World Cup. United have been heavily linked, and a return to Crystal Palace, a club he shone on a temporary deal, is also a possibility, though financial constraints could prove a stumbling block.

H. Elliott

Despite excelling and winning the best player award at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, this talented midfielder has found it tough for game time on loan at Villa. Unai Emery has stated the loan move will not become permanent. Because of specific rules regarding representing two clubs in a season, a return to Liverpool prior to next season seems to be the only available solution.

Kenan Yildiz

This highly-rated Turkey attacker has been in fine form for Juventus this season. As his existing deal nearing its end, a host of English clubs – such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are keeping tabs on the developments. Juventus are desperate to secure the 20-year-old to a new long-term contract but face a race to keep one of the continent's brightest young talents.

Kees Smit

The much-admired Netherlands teenage midfielder has earned parallels to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. Following impressing at the Under-19 European Championship, he has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar first team. The 19-year-old is heavily expected to complete a big-money transfer this month. Newcastle reportedly are frontrunners, but are facing strong rivalry from the Spanish champions for a signing valued at approximately £22 million.