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Frank Lampard (Chelsea)
http://www.irishtimes.com/blogs/gallery/files/2013/01/franklampard2630.jpgUnwanted by Chelsea despite continuing to score goals from midfield, Lampard’s agents are busily trying to organise a possible move for a player whose contract ends this summer at Stamford Bridge. Manchester United boss Alex Ferguson is an admirer of the England midfielder. Photograph: Michael Regan/Getty Images
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Joleon Lescott (Manchester City)
http://www.irishtimes.com/blogs/gallery/files/2013/01/joleon630.gifCity boss Roberto Mancini has said there will be no players leaving the club during the January transfer window, but the out-of-favour England international is bound to attract attention. Aston Villa are believed to be weighing up a move, having conceded 41 goals already this season - the worst of any Premier League side. Photograph: Michael Regan/Getty Images
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Robbie Keane (Los Angeles Galaxy)
http://www.irishtimes.com/blogs/gallery/files/2013/01/keano630.gifWith Harry Redknapp trying to complete a Houdini act at Queens Park Rangers, the Republic of Ireland captain may be attracted to a short-term move during the MLS off-season. He spent time at Aston Villa last season under a similar arrangement. Photograph: Thearon W Henderson/Getty Images
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Shay Given (Aston Villa)
http://www.irishtimes.com/blogs/gallery/files/2013/01/shaygiven630.jpgThe former Republic of Ireland goalkeeper has seen little action under manager Paul Lambert, who may still block a loan move as he wants the Donegal man as back-up to American Brad Guzan. There has been talk of a possible return to international football, and Given will know he needs to be playing regularly to get back into Giovanni Trapattoni’s side. Photograph: Petr Josek/Reuters
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Nicolas Anelka (Shanghai Shenhua)
http://www.irishtimes.com/blogs/gallery/files/2013/01/nicolasanelka630.jpgOnly moved to China a year ago from Chelsea, but he has stated his desire for one more chance to play in the Premier League. His former boss Sam Allardyce is believed to be keen to take him to West Ham after their fine start to the season. Photograph: Frantzesco Kangaris/AFP/Getty Images
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Loic Remy (Marseille)
http://www.irishtimes.com/blogs/gallery/files/2013/01/loicremy630.jpgWith Demba Ba set to move to Chelsea, Newcastle boss Alan Pardew has set his sights on the French international striker to help the club turn around a poor season. Photograph: Getty Images
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Mario Balotelli (Manchester City)
http://www.irishtimes.com/blogs/gallery/files/2013/01/balotelli630.jpgManchester City manager Roberto Mancini has said he has no problem with the temperamental Italian striker after a training ground bust-up with the player, but a loan move is an option he might look at. Photograph: Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images
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Andrey Arshavin (Arsenal)
http://www.irishtimes.com/blogs/gallery/files/2013/01/andreyarshavin.gifThe Russian international has been left out in the cold by Arsene Wenger, but Serie A side Lazio are expected to make a move for the playmaker. Photograph: Shaun Botterill/Getty Images
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Wilfried Zaha (Crystal Palace)
http://www.irishtimes.com/blogs/gallery/files/2013/01/wilf630.jpgA head-turner when included by England manager Roy Hodgson, the Crystal Palace forward (left in picture) has all the big Premier League sides taking notice of his talents. Palace boss Ian Holloway says they have yet to receive a bid for the 20-year-old, but admits his hands will be tied when an offer comes in. Photograph: Phil Noble/Reuters
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Wesley Sneijder (Inter Milan)
http://www.irishtimes.com/blogs/gallery/files/2013/01/wesley630.gifThe Dutch midfielder is out of favour at Inter Milan and has not played since September. QPR boss Harry Redknapp has claimed he was offered the talented playmaker - but baulked at his €250,000 a week wages. Photograph: Paolo Bruno/Getty Images
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Tim Cahill (New York Red Bulls)
http://www.irishtimes.com/blogs/gallery/files/2013/01/timcahill.gifA proven Premier League performer, the Australian is likely to be targeted for a short-term loan move from Major League soccer, with Sunderland believed to be actively pursuing him. Photograph: Niall Carson/PA Wire
