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This January transfer window proves to be a period of significant rumour and possible major moves. Several high-profile footballers are being connected to transfers away from their present teams. This article explores some of the top figures that are poised to be changing clubs in January.

A. Semenyo

Although Ghana's failure to qualify for the AFCON, which has left the player in contention, indications are a significant move is close. This Bournemouth attacker has a deal with a substantial release clause active for a two-week period in early January. Latest reports indicate the Premier League champions look to have won the race for his services. Other interested parties like Tottenham and Chelsea are said to have moved on to other targets, potentially opening the door for teams like Manchester United or Liverpool to make a late move.

M. Guéhi

This English defender has impress for Crystal Palace this season a previous move to Liverpool falling through. With his contract due to expire in the summer, this represents the club's last opportunity to obtain a fee for their skipper. A host of top clubs, including Manchester City and several continental powerhouses like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly hold an interest. Yet, a January exit remains difficult, particularly given the coach's reliance on the player.

B. Johnson

The Wales forward has found starting opportunities hard to come by at Tottenham this term. Although finishing as the club's top scorer the previous campaign, Johnson has begun just a handful of Premier League games. Reports suggest the London club is open to a transfer for the right valuation, thought to be in the around £40 million. The Cherries appear to be leading the chase, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally showing an interest.

Tottenham rate the Welsh international at around forty million pounds.

R. Neves

This Portugal midfielder might be set for a comeback to the English top flight after a spell in the Saudi Pro League. Still just twenty-eight, and with his contract ending in the summer, he represents a potential bargain. Clubs such as Manchester United and Liverpool have been linked with the former Wolves man. Additionally, there are suggestions from Spain that he is prepared to take a pay cut for a switch to the Spanish giants.

Marc-André ter Stegen

The veteran German goalkeeper finds himself as third-choice at Barça under new manager Hansi Flick. Having lost his place and had an operation, a January departure seems increasingly probable. Villa were once mentioned as a potential suitor, but that move currently seems off. Instead, interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be expressing curiosity in the 33-year-old.

I. Toney

This proven English centre-forward has kept finding the net regularly in Saudi Arabia. A return to the Premier League could boost his dwindling chances of making the national World Cup. However, arranging a transfer presents major hurdles. Al-Ahli do not wish to sell him, and his reported enormous weekly wages make any agreement difficult. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all mentioned as interested parties.

Ivan Toney was instrumental as his Saudi club to victory in the domestic cup showpiece.

Conor Gallagher

This dynamic English midfielder drew considerable attention in the summer but stayed at Atlético Madrid. Having limited starting appearances in La Liga this season, he may be keen to secure more playing time ahead of the tournament. Manchester United are heavily connected, and a move back to Selhurst Park, a club he shone on loan, is also a possibility, though wage constraints could prove a problem.

H. Elliott

Despite excelling and winning player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, the talented player has found it tough for game time during his loan spell at Aston Villa. The manager has confirmed the temporary transfer won't be made permanent. Because of FIFA regulations regarding representing two clubs in a season, a move back to Liverpool before next season appears to be the only viable solution.

Kenan Yildiz

This exciting Turkey forward has been in fine form for the Italian giants this season. As his existing contract running down, many Premier League clubs – such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are keeping tabs on the developments. Juventus are desperate to secure the 20-year-old to a lengthy agreement but face a battle to keep one of the continent's most promising prospects.

K. Smit

This much-admired Dutch teenage midfielder has drawn comparisons to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. Following starring at the Under-19 European Championship, he has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar first team. This 19-year-old is heavily tipped to complete a big-money move in January. Newcastle United are believed to be frontrunners, but are facing strong rivalry from the Spanish champions for a deal priced at approximately twenty-two million pounds.