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This January transfer market is typically a period of feverish speculation and potential big-money transfers. Several high-profile players find themselves linked with transfers away from their current clubs. This article explores some of the major figures that could be changing clubs in January.

A. Semenyo

Despite the Black Stars' failure to reach the Africa Cup of Nations, this has left the player in contention, reports suggest a significant move is imminent. This Bournemouth attacker has a deal featuring a sizeable buy-out clause active for a short window in early January. Latest reports point to the Premier League champions look to have won the race for his services. Former interested parties like Tottenham and Chelsea are said to have turned their attention to alternative options, potentially opening the door for teams like Manchester United or Liverpool to make a late move.

Marc Guéhi

The English centre-back has impress for Palace despite a previous transfer to Anfield collapsing. With his deal set to run out in the close season, this represents the club's last chance to secure a transfer fee for their captain. Numerous top sides, such as Manchester City and multiple European giants including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly hold an interest. Yet, a winter exit remains difficult, especially given the manager's dependence on the player.

B. Johnson

This Welsh forward has found starting minutes limited at Tottenham this campaign. Although being the side's leading goalscorer last season, he has started only a small number of Premier League matches. It is understood the North London outfit is open to a transfer for the correct price, believed to be in the region of forty million pounds. Bournemouth appear to be leading the chase, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally showing an interest.

Tottenham value Brennan Johnson at approximately forty million pounds.

Rúben Neves

This Portuguese playmaker might be set for a return to the Premier League after a spell in Saudi Arabia. Still only twenty-eight, and with his agreement expiring in the summer, he is a potential opportunity. Teams like Manchester United and Liverpool have been linked with the player. Additionally, there have been rumours from Spain that he is willing to take a reduced salary for a move to the Spanish giants.

Marc-André ter Stegen

The veteran Germany shot-stopper is now as third-choice at Barcelona under the manager Flick. Having fallen out of favour and undergone an operation, a winter departure looks highly likely. Villa were once mentioned as a possible suitor, but that move currently seems unlikely. Instead, clubs from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be showing interest in the 33-year-old.

Ivan Toney

This prolific English centre-forward has continued finding the net regularly in the Middle East. Coming back to the Premier League might enhance his fading hopes of making the England squad. However, arranging a deal poses significant hurdles. His current club do not wish to part with him, and his alleged huge salary render any agreement difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been linked as admirers.

Ivan Toney was instrumental as his Saudi club to a win in the domestic cup showpiece.

Conor Gallagher

The energetic English midfielder attracted widespread attention in the summer but stayed at Atlético. Having limited starts in Spain this season, he is keen to find more minutes ahead of the tournament. Manchester United are strongly connected, and a move back to Crystal Palace, a club he excelled on loan, remains a possibility, although financial demands could be a stumbling block.

H. Elliott

Although excelling and being named the best player award at the U21 Euros last summer, this young player has found it tough for game time on loan at Aston Villa. Unai Emery has stated the temporary transfer won't be made permanent. Because of specific rules regarding playing for multiple teams in a season, a return to Liverpool before next season appears to be the only available solution.

Kenan Yildiz

The highly-rated Turkish forward is in excellent form for Juventus this term. As his current deal nearing its end, many Premier League sides – including Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are monitoring the situation. Juventus are desperate to tie down the 20-year-old to a lengthy agreement but are in a battle to keep one of the continent's brightest prospects.

Kees Smit

The much-admired Netherlands midfielder has earned parallels to a Belgian superstar for his style of play. After starring at the U19 Euros, Smit has become a regular in the AZ first team. This 19-year-old is heavily tipped to complete a big-money move in January. Newcastle are believed to be frontrunners, but are facing strong rivalry from the Spanish champions for a signing valued at approximately £22 million.