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The January transfer window is always a period of significant rumour and possible major transfers. Numerous notable stars find themselves connected to transfers out of their present teams. This article explores a selection of the top names who are poised to be on the move this month.

A. Semenyo

Despite Ghana's failure to reach the Africa Cup of Nations, this has left the forward in contention, reports suggest an important move is imminent. The Bournemouth attacker possesses a deal featuring a £65 million release clause active for a brief window at the start of the month. Latest reports suggest Manchester City are now the frontrunners for his signature. Former suitors like Tottenham and Chelsea are said to have turned their attention to alternative options, leaving teams such as Manchester United or Liverpool to make a last-minute move.

M. Guéhi

The England centre-back has impress for Palace despite a summer move to Anfield collapsing. With his deal set to expire in the close season, January is the club's last chance to secure a fee for their captain. A host of elite clubs, including City and several continental powerhouses including Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, reportedly be interested. However, a winter departure is considered unlikely, particularly given the manager's dependence on the defender.

B. Johnson

This Welsh forward has had first-team minutes hard to come by at Tottenham this campaign. Despite being the club's top scorer the previous campaign, Johnson has begun only a handful of league games. It is understood the North London club would be willing to consider a sale for the right price, thought to be in the region of £40 million. The Cherries are currently leading the chase, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally showing an inquiry.

Tottenham rate the Welsh international at around forty million pounds.

R. Neves

This Portuguese playmaker could be set for a comeback to the English top flight following a spell in Saudi Arabia. Still only twenty-eight, while his contract expiring in the summer, he is a potential opportunity. Clubs such as Manchester United and Liverpool have been linked with the former Wolves man. Additionally, there are suggestions from Spanish media that he would be willing to take a pay cut for a move to Real Madrid.

Marc-André ter Stegen

This veteran Germany shot-stopper is now as the third option at Barcelona following the coach Hansi Flick. Having fallen out of favour and had surgery, a winter exit looks increasingly probable. Villa were initially linked as a possible suitor, but that move currently seems unlikely. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be showing curiosity in the keeper.

I. Toney

The prolific England striker has continued finding the net frequently in Saudi Arabia. A return to the Premier League might boost his dwindling chances of making the England World Cup. But, securing a deal presents major hurdles. Al-Ahli are reluctant to sell him, and his alleged enormous weekly wages render any move complicated. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton have all been mentioned as admirers.

Ivan Toney helped Al-Ahli to victory in the Saudi Super Cup final.

Conor Gallagher

The energetic midfielder attracted widespread attention in the off-season but stayed at Atlético Madrid. Having few starting appearances in La Liga this term, he may be keen to secure more playing time ahead of the tournament. United have been strongly linked, and a move back to Selhurst Park, where he excelled on a temporary deal, remains a option, though financial demands might be a problem.

H. Elliott

Although starring and winning the best player award at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, this young midfielder has struggled for game time during his loan spell at Villa. The manager has confirmed the temporary transfer will not be made permanent. Because of specific rules about playing for two clubs in a season, a return to Liverpool prior to next season appears to be the only available solution.

K. Yildiz

The highly-rated Turkey forward has been in excellent form for Juventus this season. With his current deal nearing its end, many Premier League clubs – including Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are keeping tabs on the developments. The Turin club are desperate to tie down the 20-year-old to a new long-term agreement but are in a race to keep one of the continent's most promising young talents.

Kees Smit

This highly-touted Dutch teenage midfielder has earned comparisons to Kevin De Bruyne for his playing style. After starring at the Under-19 European Championship, he has broken into the AZ first team. The teenager is heavily expected to complete a big-money transfer this month. Newcastle are believed to be leading the chase, but could face stiff competition from Real Madrid for a deal priced at around twenty-two million pounds.