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This January transfer window is always a time of feverish rumour and potential big-money moves. Several high-profile stars find themselves linked with moves out of their current teams. Here is a look at a selection of the major figures that might be on the move this month.

Antoine Semenyo

Despite the Black Stars' inability to qualify for the AFCON, which has kept the forward available, indications are a major transfer is imminent. This 25-year-old has a deal featuring a £65 million release clause applicable for a two-week window in early January. Recent developments suggest the Premier League champions have emerged as his signature. Other interested parties such as Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have moved on to alternative options, leaving clubs such as Manchester United or Liverpool to attempt a late bid.

M. Guéhi

The English centre-back has continued to excel for Crystal Palace despite a previous transfer to Anfield falling through. As his contract set to run out in the summer, this represents the club's last opportunity to secure a fee for their captain. Numerous elite sides, such as Manchester City and multiple continental powerhouses including Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, are believed to hold an interest. However, a January departure is considered difficult, especially given the manager's reliance on the defender.

B. Johnson

This Welsh forward has had starting opportunities hard to come by at Spurs this term. Although being the side's leading goalscorer last season, he has started only a handful of league matches. Reports suggest the North London club would be open to a sale for the right price, believed to be in the region of £40 million. The Cherries are currently at the front of the queue, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally credited with an interest.

Tottenham value the Welsh international at approximately forty million pounds.

R. Neves

The Portugal playmaker might be poised for a comeback to the Premier League after a period in the Saudi Pro League. Still only 28, while his agreement expiring in the summer, he represents a possible bargain. Teams like Manchester United and Liverpool are linked with the player. Additionally, there are suggestions from Spain that he would be willing to take a pay cut for a switch to Real Madrid.

M. ter Stegen

The experienced Germany goalkeeper is now as third-choice at Barça following new coach Flick. After fallen out of favour and undergone surgery, a January departure seems increasingly likely. Aston Villa were initially mentioned as a potential suitor, but that move currently seems unlikely. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be showing interest in the 33-year-old.

I. Toney

This proven England centre-forward has continued finding the net regularly in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League could boost his dwindling hopes of making the England World Cup. But, arranging a transfer presents major hurdles. His current club are reluctant to part with him, and his reported enormous 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 Saudi Super Cup showpiece.

C. Gallagher

The dynamic midfielder attracted widespread interest in the summer but stayed at Atlético Madrid. Having few starts in La Liga this term, he is eager to find more playing time ahead of the World Cup. Manchester United have been heavily linked, and a return to Crystal Palace, a club he excelled on a temporary deal, remains a option, though wage demands could prove a problem.

Harvey Elliott

Despite excelling and winning the best player award at the U21 Euros in the summer, this talented midfielder has found it tough for game time during his loan spell at Aston Villa. Unai Emery has stated the loan move will not be made permanent. Because of specific rules regarding playing for two clubs in a campaign, a move back to his parent club prior to next summer seems to be the only viable outcome.

Kenan Yildiz

This highly-rated Turkish attacker is in excellent form for the Italian giants this term. As his existing deal nearing its end, many Premier League sides – including Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are keeping tabs on the situation. The Turin club are desperate to secure the 20-year-old to a lengthy contract but face a battle to retain one of Europe's most promising prospects.

K. Smit

This highly-touted Dutch teenage midfielder has drawn comparisons to a Belgian superstar for his playing style. After impressing at the U19 Euros, he has broken into the AZ side. This teenager is widely expected to make a big-money move this month. Newcastle are believed to be frontrunners, but are facing strong rivalry from Real Madrid for a signing valued at approximately twenty-two million pounds.