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This January transfer market is always a time of significant speculation and possible major deals. Several prominent footballers are being connected to moves out of their current teams. We examine some of the top figures that could be changing clubs this month.

A. Semenyo

Despite Ghana's failure to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations, which has left the forward available, reports suggest a major move is imminent. This Bournemouth attacker possesses a contract featuring a sizeable buy-out clause applicable for a two-week period in early January. Latest reports point to the Premier League champions have emerged as his signature. Former suitors such as Chelsea and Tottenham reportedly have turned their attention to alternative options, potentially opening the door for teams such as Liverpool or Manchester United to attempt a late move.

M. Guéhi

The English defender has impress for Palace despite a previous transfer to Liverpool collapsing. With his contract due to expire in the close season, January is the London club's final opportunity to secure a transfer fee for their skipper. Numerous top sides, such as City and several continental powerhouses like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly hold an interest. However, a winter departure remains difficult, especially given the manager's reliance on the player.

B. Johnson

This Welsh forward has had first-team opportunities limited at Spurs this campaign. Despite being the side's top scorer the previous campaign, he has begun only a handful of Premier League games. Reports suggest the North London outfit would be open to a transfer for the right price, thought to be in the around £40 million. Bournemouth appear to be at the front of the queue, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace also showing an interest.

Tottenham rate Brennan Johnson at around forty million pounds.

R. Neves

This Portuguese playmaker could be poised for a return to the Premier League after a period in the Saudi Pro League. Still only 28, while his agreement ending in the summer, he is a possible opportunity. Clubs like Liverpool and Manchester United are connected to the former Wolves man. Additionally, there have been suggestions from Spain that he would be prepared to take a reduced salary for a switch to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

The experienced German shot-stopper finds himself as third-choice at Barcelona under the manager Hansi Flick. Having fallen out of favour and undergone surgery, a winter departure seems highly probable. Villa were once mentioned as a potential suitor, but that option now appears unlikely. Instead, interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be expressing curiosity in the keeper.

I. Toney

The prolific England striker has kept finding the net frequently in Saudi Arabia. A return to the Premier League might enhance his dwindling hopes of being in the England World Cup. However, securing a transfer poses major hurdles. Al-Ahli are reluctant to part with him, and his reported enormous weekly wages make any agreement complicated. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been linked as interested parties.

Ivan Toney was instrumental as Al-Ahli to a win in the Saudi Super Cup showpiece.

C. Gallagher

The energetic English midfielder drew considerable interest in the summer but remained at Atlético. Having limited starting appearances in La Liga this season, he may be keen to secure more minutes ahead of the tournament. United have been strongly linked, and a return to Crystal Palace, where he shone on a temporary deal, is also a option, though financial demands might prove a stumbling block.

H. Elliott

Despite excelling and being named the best player award at the U21 Euros last summer, the talented player has struggled for game time during his loan spell at Aston Villa. The manager has stated the loan move will not be made permanent. Because of FIFA regulations about representing multiple teams in a campaign, a move back to his parent club prior to next season seems to be the sole viable outcome.

K. Yildiz

This exciting Turkey attacker has been in excellent form for the Italian giants this season. With his existing deal nearing its end, many Premier League clubs – such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are keeping tabs on the situation. Juventus are eager to tie down the 20-year-old to a lengthy agreement but are in a battle to keep one of Europe's brightest young talents.

Kees Smit

The highly-touted Netherlands teenage midfielder has drawn 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 side. The 19-year-old is widely tipped to complete a major move in January. Newcastle reportedly are frontrunners, but could face strong rivalry from Real Madrid for a deal priced at approximately £22 million.