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The January transfer market proves to be a time of significant speculation and potential major deals. A number of prominent players find themselves linked with moves away from their current teams. We examine some of the major figures who might be changing clubs in January.

Antoine Semenyo

Despite Ghana's inability to qualify for the AFCON, which has kept the player available, indications are a major move is imminent. This 25-year-old possesses a deal featuring a sizeable buy-out clause active for a short window at the start of the month. Latest reports indicate the Premier League champions have emerged as his signature. Other interested parties such as Tottenham and Chelsea reportedly have turned their attention to other targets, potentially opening the door for clubs like Liverpool or Manchester United to attempt a late move.

Marc Guéhi

The England defender has excel for Palace this season a summer transfer to Anfield falling through. As his deal due to expire in the summer, January is the London club's final chance to obtain a transfer fee for their skipper. A host of elite sides, such as Manchester City and multiple European giants including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to be interested. Yet, a January exit remains difficult, particularly given the manager's reliance on the player.

Brennan Johnson

This Wales forward has found starting minutes hard to come by at Spurs this campaign. Although being the club's top scorer the previous campaign, Johnson has begun just a small number of Premier League games. It is understood the London club is willing to consider a transfer for the right price, thought to be in the around forty million pounds. Bournemouth appear to be leading the chase, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally showing an interest.

Tottenham value the Welsh international at around £40m.

R. Neves

This Portugal midfielder might be set for a comeback to the English top flight following a period in the Saudi Pro League. Now just twenty-eight, while his agreement ending in the summer, he represents a possible bargain. Clubs like Liverpool and Manchester United have been connected to the former Wolves man. Additionally, there have been suggestions from Spain that he is willing to take a pay cut for a move to the Spanish giants.

Marc-André ter Stegen

The experienced German shot-stopper finds himself as the third option at Barça following new manager Flick. After fallen out of favour and undergone an operation, a January exit looks increasingly probable. Villa were once mentioned as a potential suitor, but that move now appears off. Instead, interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be expressing interest in the 33-year-old.

I. Toney

The proven England centre-forward has kept finding the net regularly in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League might boost his fading chances of being in the national World Cup. However, securing a deal poses major challenges. Al-Ahli are reluctant to sell him, and his reported enormous salary render any move difficult. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton have all been mentioned as admirers.

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

Conor Gallagher

The dynamic English midfielder attracted considerable interest in the summer but stayed at Atlético Madrid. Having few starting appearances in Spain this season, he is keen to find more minutes ahead of the World Cup. Manchester United are heavily connected, and a move back to Selhurst Park, a club he excelled on a temporary deal, is also a option, although financial demands might prove a problem.

H. Elliott

Although starring and being named player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, the talented midfielder has found it tough for minutes during his loan spell at Aston Villa. Unai Emery has confirmed the loan move will not be made permanent. Because of specific rules regarding representing multiple teams in a season, a return to Liverpool prior to next season seems to be the sole viable solution.

Kenan Yildiz

The highly-rated Turkey attacker has been in fine form for the Italian giants this term. As his existing deal nearing its end, a host of English clubs – such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are monitoring the developments. The Turin club are desperate to secure the 20-year-old to a new long-term contract but are in a race to retain one of Europe's most promising prospects.

Kees Smit

The highly-touted Dutch midfielder has drawn parallels to a Belgian superstar for his playing style. Following starring at the U19 Euros, Smit has broken into the AZ side. This teenager is heavily expected to complete a major move in January. Newcastle United reportedly are frontrunners, but could face stiff rivalry from the Spanish champions for a deal priced at approximately £22 million.