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This January transfer window is always a time of significant speculation and potential major transfers. A number of notable stars are being linked with moves away from their current teams. Here is a look at a selection of the major figures who are poised to be changing clubs in January.

A. Semenyo

Although Ghana's failure to qualify for the AFCON, which has kept the forward available, reports suggest a major transfer is imminent. This 25-year-old possesses a contract featuring a sizeable release clause active for a brief window in early January. Latest developments suggest Manchester City look to have won the race for his services. Former interested parties such as Tottenham and Chelsea reportedly have turned their attention to alternative options, leaving clubs like Manchester United or Liverpool to attempt a late bid.

M. Guéhi

This England defender has continued to excel for Crystal Palace despite a summer move to Liverpool collapsing. With his deal set to expire in the summer, this represents the club's last opportunity to secure a transfer fee for their captain. Numerous top clubs, such as City and several European giants like Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, reportedly be interested. However, a winter exit remains difficult, particularly given the manager's dependence on the defender.

B. Johnson

This Wales winger has found starting minutes hard to come by at Tottenham this campaign. Although being the side's top scorer the previous campaign, he has begun just a handful of league matches. It is understood the North London outfit is willing to consider a sale for the right valuation, thought to be in the around forty million pounds. The Cherries are currently leading the chase, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally credited with an interest.

Spurs rate the Welsh international at approximately forty million pounds.

Rúben Neves

This Portugal midfielder could be set for a comeback to the Premier League after a period in the Saudi Pro League. Still only twenty-eight, and with his agreement ending in the summer, he is a possible bargain. Teams such as Manchester United and Liverpool have been connected to the player. Additionally, there have been suggestions from Spanish media that he would be prepared to accept a reduced salary for a switch to Real Madrid.

Marc-André ter Stegen

The experienced Germany shot-stopper is now as the third option at Barça under the manager Hansi Flick. Having fallen out of favour and had an operation, a January departure seems highly probable. Aston Villa were initially linked as a possible suitor, but that move currently seems off. Instead, interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be expressing interest in the 33-year-old.

Ivan Toney

The proven England centre-forward has kept finding the net regularly in the Middle East. Coming back to the Premier League could boost his fading hopes of being in the national squad. But, arranging a transfer presents significant challenges. His current club do not wish to part with him, and his alleged enormous weekly wages render any agreement difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been linked as interested parties.

The striker was instrumental as his Saudi club to a win in the Saudi Super Cup showpiece.

Conor Gallagher

This energetic English midfielder attracted widespread interest in the summer but remained at Atlético Madrid. Having limited starting appearances in Spain this term, he may be eager to secure more minutes ahead of the tournament. Manchester United have been strongly connected, and a return to Selhurst Park, where he shone on a temporary deal, is also a possibility, though financial demands could prove a problem.

H. Elliott

Although starring and being named player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, this young player has struggled for minutes during his loan spell at Aston Villa. Unai Emery has stated the temporary transfer won't become permanent. Due to FIFA regulations about representing two clubs in a campaign, a return to Liverpool before next season appears to be the sole viable solution.

K. Yildiz

This exciting Turkey attacker is in fine form for the Italian giants this season. With his existing deal nearing its end, many Premier League clubs – such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are monitoring the developments. Juventus are eager to secure the 20-year-old to a new long-term agreement but face a race to retain one of Europe's most promising prospects.

K. Smit

This much-admired Dutch midfielder has earned comparisons to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. Following impressing at the Under-19 European Championship, he has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar side. This 19-year-old is widely expected to make a major move this month. Newcastle reportedly are frontrunners, but could face strong competition from Real Madrid for a signing priced at around £22 million.