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This January transfer window is typically a period of significant speculation and possible major transfers. Several high-profile stars find themselves connected to transfers away from their present clubs. This article explores some of the key figures that could be changing clubs in January.

Antoine Semenyo

Despite the Black Stars' failure to qualify for the AFCON, which has left the forward available, indications are a major move is imminent. This 25-year-old possesses a deal with a £65 million release clause active for a short period at the start of the month. Recent developments suggest the Premier League champions look to have won the race for his services. Other interested parties such as Tottenham and Chelsea reportedly have moved on to other options, leaving teams like Liverpool or Manchester United to make a late move.

Marc Guéhi

The England defender has continued to impress for Palace despite a previous transfer to Liverpool collapsing. With his deal due to run out in the summer, this represents the London club's final chance to obtain a transfer fee for their captain. A host of elite sides, including City and several European giants like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly be interested. Yet, a January exit is considered difficult, particularly given the coach's dependence on the defender.

B. Johnson

The Wales winger has had first-team minutes hard to come by at Spurs this campaign. Despite finishing as the side's top scorer the previous campaign, he has begun just a small number of Premier League matches. Reports suggest the London outfit would be open to a sale for the correct price, believed to be in the region of £40 million. Bournemouth are currently at the front of the queue, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally credited with an interest.

Spurs rate Brennan Johnson at around forty million pounds.

R. Neves

The Portugal midfielder might be set for a return to the English top flight following a spell in Saudi Arabia. Still only twenty-eight, while his contract expiring in the summer of 2026, he is a possible bargain. Teams such as 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 reduced salary for a switch to Real Madrid.

Marc-André ter Stegen

This veteran Germany shot-stopper is now as the third option at Barcelona under the coach Hansi Flick. After fallen out of favour and had surgery, a winter exit seems highly probable. Aston Villa were once linked as a possible suitor, but that option now appears unlikely. Instead, interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be expressing interest in the 33-year-old.

Ivan Toney

This proven England striker has continued finding the net frequently in Saudi Arabia. Coming back to the Premier League could enhance his fading chances of making the England World Cup. However, arranging a deal presents major hurdles. His current club do not wish to sell him, and his reported enormous salary make any agreement complicated. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United are all linked as interested parties.

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

C. Gallagher

The dynamic English midfielder drew widespread attention in the off-season but remained at Atlético. Having limited starts in Spain this season, he may be keen to find more minutes ahead of the tournament. United are heavily connected, and a return to Selhurst Park, where he shone on a temporary deal, remains a possibility, although financial demands might prove a problem.

Harvey Elliott

Although starring and winning player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, the talented player has found it tough for game time on loan at Villa. The manager has stated the loan move will not become permanent. Because of FIFA regulations regarding playing for multiple teams in a campaign, a move back to his parent club prior to next summer appears to be the sole available solution.

K. Yildiz

The highly-rated Turkey forward is in excellent form for Juventus this term. As his existing contract running down, many Premier League clubs – such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are monitoring the developments. The Turin club are eager to secure the 20-year-old to a lengthy agreement but are in a battle to retain one of the continent's most promising young talents.

Kees Smit

The much-admired Dutch teenage midfielder has drawn comparisons to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. Following starring at the U19 Euros, Smit has broken into the AZ side. This 19-year-old is widely tipped to complete a major transfer this month. Newcastle United reportedly are leading the chase, but are facing strong rivalry from the Spanish champions for a signing valued at around twenty-two million pounds.