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This January recruitment period proves to be a period of significant speculation and possible major transfers. Several notable stars find themselves connected to moves out of their current clubs. We examine some of the key names who might be changing clubs in January.

Antoine Semenyo

Although the Black Stars' inability to reach the AFCON, this has kept the player available, reports suggest a significant move is close. This Bournemouth attacker possesses a deal featuring a £65 million buy-out clause applicable for a two-week window in early January. Recent developments suggest Manchester City have emerged as his services. Other suitors such as Tottenham and Chelsea are said to have moved on to other targets, potentially opening the door for clubs such as Manchester United or Liverpool to make a late bid.

M. Guéhi

This England centre-back has continued to excel for Crystal Palace despite a previous transfer to Anfield collapsing. With his contract set to expire in the close season, this represents the London club's final chance to secure a transfer fee for their skipper. Numerous elite sides, including City and several European giants like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly hold an interest. Yet, a January departure is considered unlikely, particularly given the coach's reliance on the defender.

B. Johnson

This Wales winger has had first-team minutes limited at Tottenham this campaign. Although being the side's top scorer the previous campaign, Johnson has started just a handful of Premier League games. Reports suggest the London outfit would be open to a sale for the right valuation, thought to be in the around £40 million. The Cherries are currently at the front of the queue, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally credited with an interest.

Tottenham value the Welsh international at around forty million pounds.

Rúben Neves

This Portugal playmaker could be poised for a return to the Premier League following a period in the Saudi Pro League. Now just twenty-eight, and with his contract ending in the summer of 2026, he is a potential bargain. Teams like Liverpool and Manchester United have been linked with the former Wolves man. Furthermore, there are rumours from Spanish media that he is prepared to take a reduced salary for a move to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

This veteran German goalkeeper finds himself as the third option at Barça under new manager Flick. After fallen out of favour and had an operation, a winter exit looks highly likely. Villa were once linked as a possible destination, but that move currently seems unlikely. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be expressing curiosity in the keeper.

I. Toney

The prolific English striker has continued finding the net frequently in Saudi Arabia. Coming back to the Premier League might boost his dwindling chances of being in the England squad. But, securing a transfer presents major hurdles. His current club are reluctant to part with him, and his alleged enormous weekly wages render any agreement difficult. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all linked as interested parties.

Ivan Toney helped his Saudi club to a win in the Saudi Super Cup final.

Conor Gallagher

The dynamic English midfielder attracted considerable attention in the summer but remained at Atlético Madrid. With limited starting appearances in Spain this season, he is eager to find more minutes ahead of the World Cup. Manchester United have been heavily connected, and a return to Crystal Palace, a club he excelled on a temporary deal, remains a option, though wage demands could prove a stumbling block.

Harvey Elliott

Despite excelling and being named the best player award at the U21 Euros in the summer, the talented midfielder has struggled for game time during his loan spell at Aston Villa. The manager has confirmed the loan move won't be made permanent. Due to FIFA regulations about representing multiple teams in a season, a return to his parent club prior to next season seems to be the sole viable solution.

K. Yildiz

This exciting Turkey attacker is in fine form for the Italian giants this season. As his current deal running down, many English clubs – including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the developments. The Turin club are eager to secure the youngster to a lengthy agreement but are in a race to keep one of the continent's brightest young talents.

Kees Smit

This much-admired Netherlands midfielder has drawn parallels to a Belgian superstar for his playing style. After impressing at the U19 Euros, Smit has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar first team. This teenager is widely expected to make a major move this month. Newcastle United reportedly are frontrunners, but are facing stiff competition from the Spanish champions for a deal valued at around twenty-two million pounds.