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The winter recruitment period is typically a period of intense speculation and possible big-money moves. Several high-profile stars find themselves connected to transfers out of their present teams. We examine a selection of the major figures that are poised to be changing clubs in January.

Antoine Semenyo

Despite Ghana's inability to qualify for the AFCON, which has kept the player in contention, indications are a significant move is imminent. This 25-year-old has a deal with a £65 million release clause active for a short period in early January. Recent reports point to the Premier League champions have emerged as his services. Other suitors like Tottenham and Chelsea are said to have moved on to other options, potentially opening the door for clubs like Manchester United or Liverpool to attempt a last-minute move.

Marc Guéhi

The English centre-back has impress for Palace despite a summer move to Liverpool collapsing. With his deal set to expire in the summer, this represents the club's last opportunity to obtain a transfer fee for their captain. A host of elite sides, such as Manchester City and several European giants like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly hold an interest. However, a winter departure is considered unlikely, particularly given the manager's dependence on the player.

Brennan Johnson

This Welsh winger has had starting minutes hard to come by at Tottenham this campaign. Although finishing as the club's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, he has begun only a handful of league games. Reports suggest the London outfit is open to a transfer for the right valuation, thought to be in the around forty million pounds. Bournemouth appear to be leading the chase, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally showing an interest.

Tottenham rate the Welsh international at around £40m.

R. Neves

The Portugal playmaker could be poised for a comeback to the Premier League following a period in the Saudi Pro League. Now only twenty-eight, and with his agreement expiring in the summer, he is a possible bargain. Clubs like Liverpool and Manchester United are connected to the player. Additionally, there have been rumours from Spain that he would be willing to take a pay cut for a switch to the Spanish giants.

Marc-André ter Stegen

This experienced Germany goalkeeper is now as third-choice at Barcelona under the manager Hansi Flick. Having lost his place and had surgery, a winter departure looks highly likely. Villa were initially mentioned as a potential destination, but that move currently seems unlikely. Instead, interest from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are reportedly expressing interest in the 33-year-old.

Ivan Toney

The prolific England centre-forward has continued finding the net frequently in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League might enhance his dwindling chances of making the national squad. But, arranging a deal poses significant hurdles. His current club are reluctant to sell him, and his reported huge salary render any move complicated. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all linked as interested parties.

Ivan Toney was instrumental as Al-Ahli to a win in the domestic cup showpiece.

Conor Gallagher

The dynamic English midfielder attracted considerable attention in the off-season but remained at Atlético Madrid. With few starts in Spain this season, he may be keen to secure more playing time ahead of the World Cup. United are heavily linked, and a move back to Selhurst Park, a club he excelled on a temporary deal, is also a possibility, although financial constraints might prove a stumbling block.

H. Elliott

Despite excelling and being named player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, this young midfielder has struggled for minutes on loan at Aston Villa. The manager has confirmed the loan move will not become permanent. Because of FIFA regulations about representing multiple teams in a campaign, a move back to his parent club prior to next season appears to be the only viable solution.

K. Yildiz

This exciting Turkey attacker is in fine form for Juventus this season. With his existing contract nearing its end, many English clubs – including Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are keeping tabs on the developments. The Turin club are desperate to secure the youngster to a lengthy agreement but face a race to retain one of Europe's brightest young talents.

K. Smit

This much-admired Netherlands teenage midfielder has earned comparisons to a Belgian superstar for his style of play. Following impressing at the Under-19 European Championship, he has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar first team. This teenager is heavily tipped to complete a big-money transfer this month. Newcastle United reportedly are leading the chase, but are facing stiff rivalry from the Spanish champions for a signing priced at around twenty-two million pounds.