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This winter transfer window proves to be a period of feverish speculation and possible major moves. Several notable stars find themselves connected to moves away from their current teams. This article explores a selection of the key figures that could be on the move this month.

A. Semenyo

Despite the Black Stars' failure to reach the AFCON, this has left the forward available, reports suggest an important transfer is close. This 25-year-old possesses a deal with a £65 million buy-out clause active for a brief window at the start of the month. Latest developments point to the Premier League champions have emerged as his services. Other interested parties like Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have moved on to other options, potentially opening the door for clubs like Liverpool or Manchester United to make a late bid.

Marc Guéhi

This English defender has excel for Crystal Palace this season a summer move to Anfield falling through. As his contract set to expire in the summer, this represents the London club's last opportunity to obtain a fee for their captain. Numerous top clubs, such as Manchester City and multiple continental powerhouses including Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, reportedly hold an interest. However, a winter departure is considered difficult, particularly given the coach's reliance on the defender.

Brennan Johnson

This Wales forward has had first-team minutes hard to come by at Tottenham this campaign. Although finishing as the side's top scorer the previous campaign, he has started only a small number of league matches. It is understood the London club would be open to a transfer for the correct valuation, thought to be in the region of £40 million. Bournemouth are currently at the front of the queue, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally credited with an inquiry.

Spurs value Brennan Johnson at approximately £40m.

Rúben Neves

The Portuguese playmaker might be poised for a return to the Premier League after a period in the Saudi Pro League. Still just 28, while his agreement expiring in the summer of 2026, he represents a possible bargain. Teams like Manchester United and Liverpool have been connected to the former Wolves man. Additionally, there have been suggestions from Spain that he is prepared to take a pay cut for a move to Real Madrid.

M. ter Stegen

The veteran Germany goalkeeper is now as the third option at Barça under the manager Flick. Having fallen out of favour and had surgery, a winter exit looks highly likely. Villa were once linked as a potential destination, but that move now appears unlikely. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be showing curiosity in the keeper.

Ivan Toney

The prolific English striker has kept scoring frequently in Saudi Arabia. Coming back to the Premier League could enhance his dwindling hopes of being in the England squad. However, arranging a transfer poses major challenges. Al-Ahli do not wish to sell him, and his alleged huge weekly wages render any move difficult. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all mentioned as interested parties.

The striker was instrumental as his Saudi club to a win in the Saudi Super Cup final.

C. Gallagher

The energetic midfielder attracted considerable interest in the summer but stayed at Atlético Madrid. Having few starting appearances in La Liga this term, he is eager to secure more minutes ahead of the World Cup. Manchester United have been heavily connected, and a move back to Selhurst Park, where he excelled on loan, is also a option, though financial demands could be a stumbling block.

H. Elliott

Although excelling and winning the best player award at the U21 Euros in the summer, the talented midfielder has struggled for minutes on loan at Aston Villa. The manager has confirmed the temporary transfer will not be made permanent. Because of FIFA regulations regarding representing multiple teams in a season, a move back to his parent club before next season appears to be the only available solution.

K. Yildiz

The exciting Turkish forward is in excellent form for the Italian giants this season. With his existing deal running down, many Premier League clubs – including Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are monitoring the situation. The Turin club are desperate to secure the youngster to a new long-term agreement but face a race to retain one of the continent's most promising prospects.

Kees Smit

The highly-touted Dutch teenage midfielder has earned comparisons to a Belgian superstar for his style of play. After impressing at the U19 Euros, he has broken into the AZ first team. The teenager is widely expected to make a big-money move this month. Newcastle United are believed to be frontrunners, but could face stiff competition from Real Madrid for a signing valued at around £22 million.