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This January recruitment period proves to be a period of significant rumour and possible major moves. A number of high-profile stars are being connected to transfers out of their present teams. This article explores some of the major figures who could be changing clubs in January.

Antoine Semenyo

Although the Black Stars' failure to qualify for the AFCON, this has left the player in contention, reports suggest an important move is imminent. The 25-year-old has a deal featuring a substantial release clause active for a short window in early January. Recent reports indicate the Premier League champions have emerged as his services. Other interested parties such as Tottenham and Chelsea are said to have turned their attention to other options, leaving clubs like Manchester United or Liverpool to attempt a last-minute move.

Marc Guéhi

This English centre-back has impress for Crystal Palace despite a previous transfer to Liverpool collapsing. As his contract due to expire in the summer, this represents the London club's last opportunity to obtain a transfer fee for their skipper. A host of top clubs, such as City and several European giants like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly hold an interest. However, a January departure is considered unlikely, particularly given the coach's dependence on the player.

Brennan Johnson

The Welsh forward has found starting opportunities hard to come by at Spurs this term. Despite finishing as the club's leading goalscorer last season, Johnson has started just a handful of league matches. It is understood the North London outfit would be willing to consider a transfer for the correct valuation, believed to be in the region of £40 million. Bournemouth appear to be at the front of the queue, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace also showing an inquiry.

Spurs value Brennan Johnson at around forty million pounds.

Rúben Neves

The Portugal playmaker could be set for a return to the Premier League following a period in the Saudi Pro League. Still just 28, and with his agreement ending in the summer, he is a potential bargain. Clubs like Liverpool and Manchester United are linked with the player. Additionally, there are suggestions from Spanish media that he is prepared to take a reduced salary for a switch to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

This veteran German shot-stopper is now as the third option at Barcelona under the coach Hansi Flick. After lost his place and had surgery, a January exit seems highly probable. Villa were initially mentioned as a possible suitor, but that option now appears off. Instead, interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are reportedly expressing curiosity in the 33-year-old.

Ivan Toney

The prolific English centre-forward has continued finding the net frequently in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League might enhance his fading hopes of making the national squad. However, securing a deal poses significant challenges. Al-Ahli are reluctant to part with him, and his reported huge salary render any agreement complicated. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been linked as interested parties.

The striker helped his Saudi club to a win in the domestic cup final.

C. Gallagher

The dynamic midfielder attracted considerable attention in the summer but remained at Atlético. Having few starting appearances in Spain this season, he may be eager to secure more minutes ahead of the tournament. United are heavily connected, and a return to Selhurst Park, where he shone on a temporary deal, is also a option, although financial constraints could be a problem.

Harvey Elliott

Although excelling and being named the best player award at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, this young midfielder has struggled for minutes on loan at Aston Villa. Unai Emery has stated the temporary transfer will not become permanent. Because of FIFA regulations about playing for multiple teams in a season, a move back to his parent club before next summer appears to be the sole available outcome.

Kenan Yildiz

The exciting Turkey forward has been in excellent form for the Italian giants this season. As his existing deal running down, many Premier League sides – such as Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the developments. The Turin club are eager to tie down the 20-year-old to a new long-term agreement but face a race to retain one of Europe's most promising young talents.

K. Smit

This highly-touted Dutch teenage midfielder has earned parallels to a Belgian superstar for his style of play. After starring at the Under-19 European Championship, Smit has broken into the AZ Alkmaar first team. The 19-year-old is widely tipped to make a big-money move in January. Newcastle United reportedly are frontrunners, but could face stiff rivalry from Real Madrid for a deal valued at approximately £22 million.