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The January recruitment period proves to be a period of significant rumour and possible big-money transfers. Numerous high-profile footballers are being connected to moves out of their current teams. This article explores a selection of the major names who are poised to be on the move this month.

Antoine Semenyo

Although the Black Stars' failure to reach the AFCON, this has kept the forward available, indications are a significant move is imminent. The 25-year-old has a deal featuring a £65 million buy-out clause active for a two-week window in early January. Recent reports point to the Premier League champions have emerged as his signature. Former interested parties like Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have moved on to other options, potentially opening the door for clubs such as Manchester United or Liverpool to make a late bid.

M. Guéhi

The England centre-back has impress for Palace despite a previous transfer to Anfield collapsing. As his deal set to expire in the summer, January is the 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 is considered unlikely, particularly given the manager's reliance on the player.

B. Johnson

This Welsh winger has had starting minutes limited at Spurs this campaign. Despite finishing as the side's top scorer last season, he has started only a handful of Premier League matches. It is understood the London outfit is willing to consider a transfer for the correct valuation, believed to be in the around forty million pounds. The Cherries are currently leading the chase, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford also credited with an inquiry.

Tottenham value Brennan Johnson at approximately forty million pounds.

R. Neves

The Portuguese playmaker might be set for a comeback to the Premier League following a period in the Saudi Pro League. Still only 28, while his agreement expiring in the summer of 2026, he represents a possible bargain. Clubs like Liverpool and Manchester United are linked with the former Wolves man. Furthermore, there are suggestions from Spanish media that he would be willing to take a reduced salary for a switch to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

The veteran Germany shot-stopper is now as the third option at Barça under the coach Flick. Having fallen out of favour and had surgery, a January exit seems increasingly probable. Aston Villa were once linked as a possible suitor, but that option now appears off. Instead, clubs from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be expressing interest in the 33-year-old.

I. Toney

The proven English striker has continued scoring regularly in the Middle East. Coming back to the Premier League might enhance his fading chances of making the national World Cup. But, arranging a deal poses major challenges. His current club do not wish to part with him, and his alleged huge salary make any agreement difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been linked as interested parties.

Ivan Toney helped his Saudi club to a win in the domestic cup final.

Conor Gallagher

This energetic English midfielder attracted considerable interest in the off-season but remained at Atlético. With limited starting appearances in La Liga this term, he is keen to secure more minutes ahead of the tournament. United are strongly connected, and a move back to Selhurst Park, where he excelled on a temporary deal, remains a option, though wage constraints could be a stumbling block.

H. Elliott

Despite starring and winning the best player award at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, the young midfielder has struggled for minutes during his loan spell at Villa. Unai Emery has confirmed the loan move won't become permanent. Due to FIFA regulations about playing for multiple teams in a season, a move back to Liverpool prior to next season seems to be the only viable solution.

Kenan Yildiz

The highly-rated Turkish forward is in excellent form for the Italian giants this season. With his current contract running down, a host of Premier League sides – including Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are keeping tabs on the situation. Juventus are desperate to tie down the youngster to a new long-term agreement but are in a battle to keep one of Europe's most promising young talents.

K. Smit

This highly-touted Netherlands teenage midfielder has drawn comparisons to a Belgian superstar for his style of play. Following starring at the Under-19 European Championship, he has broken into the AZ side. The 19-year-old is widely expected to make a big-money transfer this month. Newcastle United are believed to be leading the chase, but are facing strong competition from Real Madrid for a deal valued at approximately £22 million.