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The January transfer market is typically a time of feverish rumour and potential big-money moves. A number of notable players are being linked with moves away from their present teams. This article explores a selection of the major names that might be on the move this month.

Antoine Semenyo

Although the Black Stars' inability to reach the AFCON, this has kept the player in contention, reports suggest a major transfer is imminent. This Bournemouth attacker has a contract featuring a substantial buy-out clause active for a brief period at the start of the month. Recent reports point to Manchester City look to have won the race for his services. Former interested parties such as Tottenham and Chelsea are said to have moved on to other targets, leaving clubs like Manchester United or Liverpool to make a late move.

M. Guéhi

This England defender has impress for Palace this season a summer move to Liverpool falling through. With his deal due to expire in the close season, this represents the club's last chance to secure a transfer fee for their skipper. A host of elite sides, such as City and several continental powerhouses including Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, are believed to hold an interest. However, a January departure remains difficult, particularly given the coach's reliance on the player.

B. Johnson

This Welsh forward has found first-team opportunities hard to come by at Tottenham this campaign. Although being the club's top scorer last season, he has started just a handful of league matches. Reports suggest the London club would be open to a transfer for the right price, believed to be in the around forty million pounds. The Cherries are currently leading the chase, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford also credited with an interest.

Tottenham rate the Welsh international at approximately £40m.

R. Neves

This Portuguese playmaker could be set for a comeback to the English top flight after a spell in Saudi Arabia. Now just twenty-eight, while his contract expiring in the summer, he is a potential bargain. Clubs such as Manchester United and Liverpool have been connected to the former Wolves man. Additionally, there are rumours from Spanish media that he is willing to accept a pay cut for a move to the Spanish giants.

Marc-André ter Stegen

This veteran German goalkeeper finds himself as the third option at Barcelona following new coach Hansi Flick. After fallen out of favour and undergone an operation, a winter departure looks increasingly probable. Villa were initially mentioned as a potential destination, but that move now appears off. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be expressing curiosity in the 33-year-old.

Ivan Toney

This prolific English striker has continued scoring regularly in the Middle East. Coming back to the Premier League might boost his dwindling chances of being in the England squad. But, securing a transfer presents significant challenges. His current club are reluctant to part with him, and his alleged 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 victory in the domestic cup final.

Conor Gallagher

The dynamic midfielder attracted widespread interest in the summer but stayed at Atlético Madrid. Having few starts in Spain this term, he may be keen to find more minutes ahead of the tournament. Manchester United are heavily linked, and a move back to Selhurst Park, where he excelled on loan, is also a possibility, although financial demands could prove a problem.

H. Elliott

Although starring and being named player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, the talented player has struggled for game time during his loan spell at Villa. Unai Emery has stated the temporary transfer will not become permanent. Due to specific rules about playing for two clubs in a campaign, a move back to his parent club prior to next summer seems to be the sole viable solution.

Kenan Yildiz

The exciting Turkey forward is in fine form for the Italian giants this term. With his existing contract running down, a host of Premier League sides – including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the developments. Juventus are desperate to secure the youngster to a lengthy contract but are in a race to retain one of Europe's brightest prospects.

Kees Smit

The much-admired Netherlands teenage midfielder has drawn comparisons to a Belgian superstar for his style of play. After impressing at the U19 Euros, he has broken into the AZ Alkmaar side. The teenager is widely expected to complete a big-money move this month. Newcastle are believed to be leading the chase, but are facing strong competition from the Spanish champions for a deal valued at around £22 million.