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This January transfer market is always a period of significant speculation and potential big-money transfers. Several notable stars find themselves linked with moves away from their current clubs. We examine a selection of the top figures who might be changing clubs in January.

A. Semenyo

Although the Black Stars' failure to reach the AFCON, which has left the player in contention, reports suggest an important transfer is imminent. This Bournemouth attacker possesses a contract with a sizeable buy-out clause applicable for a short window at the start of the month. Recent developments indicate Manchester City look to have won the race for his services. Other interested parties like Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have turned their attention to other options, leaving clubs like Manchester United or Liverpool to make a last-minute bid.

Marc Guéhi

This English defender has excel for Crystal Palace despite a previous transfer to Liverpool falling through. With his deal set to expire in the summer, this represents the club's last chance to secure a transfer fee for their skipper. A host of elite clubs, including Manchester City and several European giants 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 defender.

B. Johnson

This Wales forward has had first-team minutes hard to come by at Spurs this campaign. Although being the side's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, he has started only a small number of Premier League matches. Reports suggest the London club would be willing to consider a sale for the right price, thought to be in the region of £40 million. The Cherries appear to be leading the chase, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace also credited with an inquiry.

Tottenham rate Brennan Johnson at approximately £40m.

Rúben Neves

This Portugal playmaker could be poised for a comeback to the English top flight after a spell in Saudi Arabia. Now only twenty-eight, and with his contract ending in the summer, he represents a potential bargain. Teams such as Manchester United and Liverpool are connected to the player. Additionally, there are rumours from Spain that he is willing to accept a reduced salary for a switch to Real Madrid.

Marc-André ter Stegen

The experienced Germany shot-stopper is now as the third option at Barça under the coach Flick. After lost his place and had surgery, a January departure looks highly likely. Aston Villa were initially mentioned as a possible suitor, but that option now appears unlikely. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be expressing interest in the 33-year-old.

Ivan Toney

The proven English centre-forward has kept scoring frequently in Saudi Arabia. Coming back to the Premier League might boost his fading hopes of making the England squad. However, securing a deal poses significant challenges. Al-Ahli are reluctant to part with him, and his alleged huge salary make any agreement complicated. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United are all mentioned as admirers.

Ivan Toney helped his Saudi club to a win in the domestic cup final.

C. Gallagher

The energetic English midfielder attracted widespread attention in the summer but remained at Atlético Madrid. Having limited starting appearances in La Liga this season, he may be keen to secure more playing time ahead of the World Cup. Manchester United are heavily connected, and a move back to Selhurst Park, a club he shone on loan, is also a option, although wage constraints might be a stumbling block.

Harvey Elliott

Although excelling and being named the best player award at the U21 Euros in the summer, the talented midfielder has struggled for minutes during his loan spell at Aston Villa. The manager has confirmed the temporary transfer will not be made permanent. Because of FIFA regulations about playing for two clubs in a season, a move back to Liverpool prior to next season seems to be the sole viable solution.

K. Yildiz

The exciting Turkish attacker has been in excellent form for Juventus this term. As his current deal running down, a host of Premier League clubs – including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are keeping tabs on the situation. The Turin club are desperate to secure the youngster to a new long-term contract but face a battle to retain one of Europe's most promising prospects.

Kees Smit

This highly-touted Dutch midfielder has drawn parallels to Kevin De Bruyne for his playing style. Following starring at the Under-19 European Championship, Smit has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar first team. This teenager is heavily expected to make a big-money move this month. Newcastle reportedly are frontrunners, but are facing stiff rivalry from the Spanish champions for a signing priced at around twenty-two million pounds.