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The winter recruitment period proves to be a period of significant rumour and potential big-money moves. A number of notable footballers are being linked with transfers out of their current clubs. Here is a look at some of the top names who could be on the move in January.

Antoine Semenyo

Although the Black Stars' inability to qualify for the AFCON, which has left the player available, reports suggest an important move is close. The 25-year-old possesses a contract featuring a substantial release clause active for a two-week window at the start of the month. Latest developments suggest the Premier League champions have emerged as his signature. Former suitors such as Tottenham and Chelsea reportedly have moved on to other targets, potentially opening the door for teams such as Manchester United or Liverpool to attempt a late bid.

M. Guéhi

The English defender has continued to excel for Palace this season a summer transfer to Liverpool falling through. With his contract due to run out in the summer, January is the club's last chance to secure a transfer fee for their skipper. A host of elite sides, including Manchester City and multiple European giants like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly be interested. However, a winter exit is considered unlikely, especially given the coach's dependence on the defender.

B. Johnson

This Welsh winger has had starting opportunities limited at Tottenham this campaign. Although finishing as the side's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, Johnson has begun only a small number of Premier League matches. It is understood the London outfit would be open to a transfer for the right valuation, thought to be in the around forty million pounds. Bournemouth appear to be at the front of the queue, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally credited with an interest.

Tottenham value the Welsh international at approximately £40m.

Rúben Neves

The Portugal midfielder might be poised for a return to the English top flight following a period in the Saudi Pro League. Now just twenty-eight, and with his agreement expiring in the summer, he represents a possible bargain. Clubs like Manchester United and Liverpool have been linked with the former Wolves man. Additionally, there have been suggestions from Spanish media that he would be prepared to accept a pay cut for a switch to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

The veteran German shot-stopper is now as the third option at Barça under new manager Flick. Having fallen out of favour and had surgery, a January exit seems highly likely. Aston Villa were once linked as a possible suitor, but that option currently seems unlikely. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are reportedly expressing interest in the keeper.

Ivan Toney

The proven England centre-forward has continued finding the net regularly in Saudi Arabia. Coming back to the Premier League could boost his dwindling hopes of being in the England squad. However, arranging a deal poses major challenges. Al-Ahli do not wish to part with him, and his reported enormous salary make any agreement complicated. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton have all been linked as admirers.

Ivan Toney helped his Saudi club to victory in the Saudi Super Cup showpiece.

Conor Gallagher

This energetic midfielder attracted considerable interest in the summer but stayed at Atlético Madrid. With limited starts in Spain this season, he may be eager to secure more playing time ahead of the World Cup. Manchester United have been heavily linked, and a move back to Crystal Palace, a club he excelled on loan, remains a option, although financial constraints could be a problem.

H. Elliott

Although starring and winning the best player award at the U21 Euros last summer, the talented midfielder has struggled for minutes on loan at Aston Villa. The manager has confirmed the temporary transfer won't be made permanent. Due to FIFA regulations regarding playing for multiple teams in a campaign, a return to his parent club before next season appears to be the only viable solution.

K. Yildiz

This exciting Turkish attacker is in fine form for the Italian giants this term. With his current contract running down, a host of Premier League sides – including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the situation. The Turin club are eager to secure the 20-year-old to a lengthy agreement but are in a battle to retain one of Europe's brightest young talents.

K. Smit

The highly-touted Dutch teenage midfielder has earned comparisons to a Belgian superstar for his style of play. After impressing at the Under-19 European Championship, he has broken into the AZ Alkmaar side. This teenager is widely expected to make a big-money transfer in January. Newcastle United are believed to be frontrunners, but are facing strong rivalry from the Spanish champions for a deal priced at approximately twenty-two million pounds.