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The winter transfer window is always a time of feverish rumour and potential big-money transfers. A number of notable stars are being linked with moves away from their present teams. This article explores a selection of the key names that could be on the move this month.

Antoine Semenyo

Despite Ghana's failure to qualify for the AFCON, this has left the forward available, reports suggest an important move is close. The Bournemouth attacker possesses a deal featuring a £65 million release clause active for a brief window at the start of the month. Recent reports suggest the Premier League champions are now the frontrunners for his signature. Former interested parties like Chelsea and Tottenham reportedly have moved on to other options, leaving clubs like Liverpool or Manchester United to make a last-minute move.

M. Guéhi

The English defender has continued to impress for Palace this season a summer transfer to Liverpool falling through. With his deal due to run out in the close season, January is the London club's last chance to secure a transfer fee for their skipper. A host of elite sides, including City and multiple continental powerhouses like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly hold an interest. However, a winter exit remains unlikely, especially given the coach's dependence on the player.

B. Johnson

This Wales forward has had starting opportunities hard to come by at Tottenham this campaign. Despite being the side's top scorer the previous campaign, Johnson has started just a handful of Premier League games. It is understood the North London outfit would be open to a transfer for the right valuation, thought to be in the region of forty million pounds. Bournemouth are currently leading the chase, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally showing an inquiry.

Tottenham value Brennan Johnson at around £40m.

Rúben Neves

The Portugal playmaker 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 contract expiring in the summer, he represents a possible opportunity. Clubs like Manchester United and Liverpool are connected to the former Wolves man. Additionally, there have been suggestions from Spain that he is willing to accept a pay cut for a move to Real Madrid.

M. ter Stegen

This veteran German shot-stopper is now as third-choice at Barcelona under new manager Hansi Flick. After fallen out of favour and undergone an operation, a winter exit looks highly likely. Aston Villa were initially linked as a potential suitor, but that move now appears off. Instead, clubs from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be expressing interest in the 33-year-old.

Ivan Toney

This prolific England centre-forward has continued scoring regularly in Saudi Arabia. Coming back to the Premier League might enhance his fading chances of making the England World Cup. But, securing a deal poses major challenges. His current club are reluctant to sell him, and his reported enormous weekly wages make any agreement difficult. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton have all been linked as interested parties.

Ivan Toney helped Al-Ahli to victory in the Saudi Super Cup showpiece.

C. Gallagher

The dynamic English midfielder attracted widespread attention in the off-season but remained at Atlético. With limited starting appearances in La Liga this season, he may be keen to find more minutes ahead of the tournament. Manchester United have been heavily connected, and a move back to Crystal Palace, where he shone on loan, is also a option, although wage constraints might prove a problem.

H. Elliott

Although excelling and winning player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, this young midfielder has struggled for game time on loan at Aston Villa. The manager has stated the temporary transfer will not be made permanent. Due to FIFA regulations about representing two clubs in a season, a return to Liverpool prior to next summer appears to be the sole viable outcome.

Kenan Yildiz

The exciting Turkish attacker is in excellent form for the Italian giants this season. As his existing deal nearing its end, many English clubs – such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are monitoring the developments. The Turin club are eager to tie down the youngster to a lengthy contract but face a battle to retain one of Europe's brightest young talents.

K. Smit

This highly-touted Dutch midfielder has drawn comparisons to a Belgian superstar for his style of play. After impressing at the Under-19 European Championship, Smit has become a regular in the AZ first team. This 19-year-old is heavily tipped to complete a big-money move this month. Newcastle United reportedly are leading the chase, but are facing stiff competition from the Spanish champions for a signing valued at around £22 million.