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The winter transfer window is always a period of significant rumour and potential major deals. Numerous high-profile stars find themselves connected to moves away from their present teams. Here is a look at some of the major names who could be on the move this month.

Antoine Semenyo

Despite Ghana's failure to reach the Africa Cup of Nations, which has left the forward available, it appears a major move is close. This 25-year-old has a contract featuring a sizeable release clause active for a brief period at the start of the month. Recent developments indicate Manchester City have emerged as his services. Other interested parties like Tottenham and Chelsea reportedly have moved on to other options, leaving clubs like Liverpool or Manchester United to attempt a last-minute move.

M. Guéhi

This English centre-back has excel for Crystal Palace despite a previous transfer to Liverpool falling through. As his contract due to run out in the summer, this represents the club's final chance to secure a fee for their skipper. Numerous elite clubs, including City and several continental powerhouses including Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, reportedly hold an interest. However, a January exit remains difficult, particularly given the manager's reliance on the defender.

Brennan Johnson

This Wales forward has had starting minutes hard to come by at Tottenham this campaign. Although being the club's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, Johnson has started just a small number of league matches. Reports suggest the North London club is open to a sale for the correct price, thought to be in the region of £40 million. Bournemouth are currently leading the chase, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally credited with an interest.

Tottenham rate Brennan Johnson at approximately £40m.

R. Neves

The Portuguese playmaker could be set for a return to the English top flight following a spell in the Saudi Pro League. Still only 28, and with his contract expiring in the summer, he represents a possible opportunity. Clubs such as Liverpool and Manchester United are linked with the player. Furthermore, there are rumours from Spanish media that he is prepared to accept a pay cut for a move to Real Madrid.

Marc-André ter Stegen

The veteran Germany shot-stopper finds himself as the third option at Barcelona under the coach Flick. After lost his place and undergone an operation, a January exit looks highly likely. Aston Villa were once mentioned as a potential suitor, but that move currently seems unlikely. Instead, interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are reportedly showing interest in the 33-year-old.

Ivan Toney

This proven English centre-forward has kept finding the net regularly in Saudi Arabia. Coming back to the Premier League could boost his dwindling chances of being in the national squad. However, securing a deal presents major challenges. His current club do not wish to part with him, and his reported huge salary make any agreement difficult. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all linked as admirers.

The striker helped his Saudi club to a win in the Saudi Super Cup final.

Conor Gallagher

The dynamic English midfielder attracted widespread attention in the off-season but remained at Atlético. Having limited starts in La Liga this term, he may be eager to find more minutes ahead of the tournament. Manchester United are heavily connected, and a return to Crystal Palace, a club he shone on loan, remains a possibility, although financial constraints might prove a problem.

Harvey Elliott

Although excelling and being named the best player award at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, the young midfielder has found it tough for minutes during his loan spell at Aston Villa. The manager has stated the loan move will not become permanent. Because of FIFA regulations regarding representing two clubs in a campaign, a return to his parent club prior to next season seems to be the sole available solution.

Kenan Yildiz

This exciting Turkey forward has been in fine form for the Italian giants this season. With his existing deal running down, a host of Premier League sides – such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are keeping tabs on the developments. The Turin club are eager to tie down the youngster to a lengthy agreement but are in a race to keep one of Europe's brightest prospects.

K. Smit

The highly-touted Dutch teenage midfielder has drawn comparisons to a Belgian superstar for his playing style. After starring at the U19 Euros, he has become a regular in the AZ first team. This teenager is heavily tipped to complete a big-money transfer in January. Newcastle United reportedly are frontrunners, but could face strong rivalry from Real Madrid for a signing valued at around twenty-two million pounds.