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This January transfer window is typically a period of feverish speculation and potential major moves. Numerous prominent players are being connected to moves away from their present clubs. This article explores a selection of the major names who are poised to be on the move in January.

Antoine Semenyo

Although Ghana's inability to reach the AFCON, which has left the forward in contention, indications are a major transfer is imminent. The Bournemouth attacker possesses a deal with a £65 million release clause applicable for a short window in early January. Latest reports suggest Manchester City look to have won the race for his services. Other suitors such as Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have moved on to other options, potentially opening the door for clubs such as Liverpool or Manchester United to make a last-minute move.

Marc Guéhi

This England centre-back has excel for Palace this season a summer move to Liverpool collapsing. As his deal set to run out in the summer, January is the London club's last chance to secure a fee for their captain. A host of top sides, including City and multiple European giants like Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, reportedly be interested. Yet, a winter departure is considered unlikely, particularly given the coach's dependence on the player.

B. Johnson

The Wales forward has had starting minutes hard to come by at Tottenham this campaign. Despite finishing as the club's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, Johnson has begun only a handful of league games. It is understood the North London outfit is willing to consider a sale for the right price, believed to be in the around £40 million. Bournemouth are currently at the front of the queue, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford also credited with an inquiry.

Spurs rate the Welsh international at around forty million pounds.

R. Neves

The Portuguese playmaker could be set for a comeback to the Premier League following a spell in the Saudi Pro League. Still only twenty-eight, while his contract ending in the summer, he represents a possible bargain. Clubs such as Liverpool and Manchester United have been connected to the player. Furthermore, there are suggestions from Spanish media that he would be prepared to take a reduced salary for a switch to Real Madrid.

M. ter Stegen

The veteran German goalkeeper finds himself as the third option at Barça following the manager Hansi Flick. Having fallen out of favour and undergone an operation, a winter departure looks highly probable. Aston Villa were initially linked as a potential suitor, but that option now appears unlikely. Instead, interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be showing curiosity in the 33-year-old.

I. Toney

The prolific England centre-forward has kept finding the net frequently in Saudi Arabia. Coming back to the Premier League might boost his dwindling chances of being in the England squad. However, arranging a transfer poses major hurdles. His current club do not wish to sell him, and his reported huge weekly wages make any agreement difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been mentioned as admirers.

The striker was instrumental as Al-Ahli to victory in the domestic cup showpiece.

Conor Gallagher

This energetic English midfielder attracted widespread attention in the summer but remained at Atlético Madrid. With few starting appearances in La Liga this term, he may be keen to secure more playing time ahead of the tournament. United have been heavily connected, and a return to Crystal Palace, a club he shone on a temporary deal, is also a possibility, though financial constraints could prove a problem.

H. Elliott

Although excelling and being named player of the tournament at the U21 Euros last summer, the talented midfielder has found it tough for minutes during his loan spell at Villa. Unai Emery has confirmed the loan move won't be made permanent. Due to FIFA regulations regarding representing multiple teams in a campaign, a return to Liverpool before next summer appears to be the sole available outcome.

K. Yildiz

The highly-rated Turkish attacker has been in fine form for Juventus this season. As his current contract running down, a host of English sides – such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are monitoring the developments. The Turin club are desperate to secure the 20-year-old to a lengthy agreement but are in a battle to retain one of Europe's brightest prospects.

Kees Smit

The much-admired Dutch midfielder has drawn parallels to Kevin De Bruyne for his playing style. After starring at the U19 Euros, he has broken into the AZ side. This teenager is heavily tipped to make a big-money move this month. Newcastle United reportedly are leading the chase, but are facing stiff rivalry from Real Madrid for a signing valued at around twenty-two million pounds.