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This January transfer market proves to be a period of significant rumour and potential big-money moves. Numerous notable footballers find themselves connected to moves out of their current teams. We examine a selection of the major figures who might be changing clubs this month.

Antoine Semenyo

Although Ghana's failure to reach the AFCON, which has kept the player in contention, reports suggest an important transfer is close. The 25-year-old possesses a contract with a sizeable release clause applicable for a two-week period in early January. Recent reports indicate the Premier League champions have emerged as his services. Other interested parties such as Tottenham and Chelsea are said to have turned their attention to alternative targets, potentially opening the door for teams such as Manchester United or Liverpool to attempt a late move.

M. Guéhi

The England centre-back has impress for Crystal Palace despite a previous transfer to Liverpool collapsing. As his contract due to run out in the close season, this represents the London club's final chance to obtain a transfer fee for their captain. A host of top clubs, such as City and several continental powerhouses including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to hold an interest. However, a winter exit is considered unlikely, particularly given the manager's reliance on the defender.

Brennan Johnson

This Welsh forward has had first-team minutes hard to come by at Tottenham this term. Despite finishing as the side's top scorer the previous campaign, Johnson has started only a handful of league games. Reports suggest the London outfit would be willing to consider a sale for the right price, believed to be in the around £40 million. Bournemouth are currently leading the chase, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally showing an interest.

Tottenham rate Brennan Johnson at around forty million pounds.

R. Neves

The Portugal playmaker could be set for a comeback to the Premier League after a spell in Saudi Arabia. Still just 28, while his contract expiring in the summer, he represents a potential bargain. Teams like Liverpool and Manchester United are linked with the former Wolves man. Additionally, there are rumours from Spanish media that he would be willing to take a pay cut for a switch to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

This experienced Germany goalkeeper is now as third-choice at Barcelona following the coach Hansi Flick. Having lost his place and had surgery, a winter departure seems increasingly probable. Aston Villa were once linked as a potential suitor, but that option now appears unlikely. Instead, interest from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be showing curiosity in the 33-year-old.

I. Toney

The proven English centre-forward has kept finding the net frequently in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League might boost his dwindling hopes of making the England World Cup. However, securing a deal presents major challenges. Al-Ahli are reluctant to sell him, and his reported huge weekly wages render any agreement difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United are all linked as interested parties.

The striker was instrumental as Al-Ahli to a win in the domestic cup final.

C. Gallagher

This dynamic English midfielder drew considerable interest in the summer but stayed at Atlético Madrid. With few starting appearances in Spain this term, he may be eager to find more playing time ahead of the tournament. United are heavily connected, and a move back to Crystal Palace, where he shone on a temporary deal, remains a possibility, although financial demands could prove a problem.

H. Elliott

Although starring and being named player of the tournament at the U21 Euros last summer, this talented player has struggled for game time during his loan spell at Villa. The manager has stated the loan move won't become permanent. Because of specific rules about representing two clubs in a campaign, a move back to Liverpool before next season appears to be the sole viable outcome.

Kenan Yildiz

This exciting Turkey attacker is in fine form for the Italian giants this term. As his existing contract nearing its end, many Premier League sides – including Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are monitoring the situation. Juventus are desperate to secure the 20-year-old to a lengthy agreement but are in a race to retain one of the continent's brightest young talents.

K. Smit

The highly-touted Dutch midfielder has drawn parallels to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. After starring at the Under-19 European Championship, Smit has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar first team. This 19-year-old is widely tipped to complete a big-money transfer this month. Newcastle United are believed to be frontrunners, but are facing stiff competition from the Spanish champions for a signing valued at approximately £22 million.