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The January transfer market is always a period of feverish speculation and potential major moves. Several notable stars find themselves connected to moves out of their present teams. This article explores a selection of the major figures who could be changing clubs in January.

A. Semenyo

Although the Black Stars' failure to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations, this has kept the player in contention, it appears an important move is imminent. This Bournemouth attacker has a deal with a sizeable buy-out clause applicable for a brief period in early January. Latest developments point to the Premier League champions look to have won the race for his signature. Other interested parties like Chelsea and Tottenham reportedly have moved on to other options, potentially opening the door for teams such as Liverpool or Manchester United to attempt a late bid.

M. Guéhi

This English defender has continued to excel for Crystal Palace this season a summer transfer to Anfield collapsing. With his deal due to run out in the summer, January is the club's final chance to obtain a fee for their skipper. Numerous top sides, such as City and several continental powerhouses like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to hold an interest. However, a winter exit remains difficult, especially given the manager's reliance on the player.

Brennan Johnson

The Welsh forward has had first-team minutes limited at Spurs this campaign. Although being the club's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, he has started only a handful of Premier League matches. It is understood the North London outfit would be willing to consider a sale for the correct valuation, thought to be in the region of £40 million. The Cherries are currently at the front of the queue, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally showing an interest.

Tottenham rate the Welsh international at approximately £40m.

R. Neves

This Portugal playmaker could be poised for a comeback to the English top flight after a spell in Saudi Arabia. Now just twenty-eight, and with his contract ending in the summer, he is a possible bargain. Clubs such as Liverpool and Manchester United have been connected to the former Wolves man. Furthermore, there have been rumours from Spain that he is prepared to take a reduced salary for a move to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

The experienced Germany goalkeeper finds himself as the third option at Barcelona under new coach Flick. Having lost his place and undergone surgery, a January departure seems increasingly probable. Villa were initially mentioned as a possible suitor, but that option now appears off. Instead, interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are reportedly expressing curiosity in the 33-year-old.

I. Toney

The proven English striker has continued scoring frequently in the Middle East. Coming back to the Premier League could boost his dwindling chances of making the England squad. However, arranging a deal poses major challenges. His current club do not wish to sell him, and his reported enormous salary render any move complicated. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United are all mentioned as admirers.

Ivan Toney was instrumental as Al-Ahli to a win in the domestic cup showpiece.

Conor Gallagher

This energetic midfielder attracted considerable attention in the off-season but stayed at Atlético Madrid. With few starts in La Liga this season, he is eager to find more playing time ahead of the World Cup. United are strongly connected, and a move back to Crystal Palace, where he excelled on a temporary deal, remains a possibility, although financial demands might be a problem.

Harvey Elliott

Although starring and being named player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, this talented midfielder has struggled for game time during his loan spell at Aston Villa. Unai Emery has stated the temporary transfer will not be made permanent. Because of specific rules regarding representing multiple teams in a season, a move back to Liverpool prior to next summer appears to be the sole viable outcome.

Kenan Yildiz

The highly-rated Turkish attacker is in fine form for Juventus this season. As his current deal nearing its end, a host of English sides – including Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are monitoring the developments. Juventus are desperate to secure the 20-year-old to a new long-term contract but are in a battle to retain one of the continent's brightest prospects.

Kees Smit

The much-admired Netherlands teenage midfielder has earned comparisons to Kevin De Bruyne for his playing style. Following starring at the U19 Euros, he has become a regular in the AZ side. This teenager is widely expected to complete a major move this month. Newcastle reportedly are frontrunners, but could face stiff competition from the Spanish champions for a signing priced at around twenty-two million pounds.