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This January transfer window is typically a time of significant rumour and potential major moves. Several high-profile footballers are being connected to moves out of their current teams. Here is a look at a selection of the key figures that could be changing clubs this month.

Antoine Semenyo

Despite Ghana's failure to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations, which has left the player available, reports suggest an important transfer is imminent. The 25-year-old possesses a deal featuring a £65 million buy-out clause applicable for a short window at the start of the month. Recent developments point to Manchester City look to have won the race for his signature. Former suitors such as Tottenham and Chelsea are said to have turned their attention to other options, leaving clubs such as Manchester United or Liverpool to make a last-minute bid.

M. Guéhi

The England defender has impress for Palace despite a summer transfer to Anfield collapsing. With his contract due to run out in the summer, January is the club's last chance to secure a fee for their captain. A host of elite sides, such as Manchester City and several continental powerhouses including Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, are believed to hold an interest. Yet, a winter exit remains unlikely, particularly given the manager's reliance on the defender.

Brennan Johnson

This Wales forward has found starting opportunities limited at Tottenham this term. Although finishing as the side's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, he has begun only a handful of league matches. It is understood the North London club would be willing to consider a transfer for the correct valuation, thought to be in the around forty million pounds. Bournemouth appear to be leading the chase, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford also credited with an interest.

Tottenham value the Welsh international at approximately £40m.

R. Neves

This Portuguese playmaker could be set for a return to the Premier League following a period in the Saudi Pro League. Still only twenty-eight, while his contract ending in the summer of 2026, he represents a possible bargain. Teams such as Liverpool and Manchester United are linked with the player. Furthermore, there are rumours from Spain that he would be prepared to take a pay cut for a move to Real Madrid.

M. ter Stegen

This veteran German shot-stopper finds himself as the third option at Barça under the coach Flick. Having fallen out of favour and undergone surgery, a January departure looks highly probable. Villa were initially mentioned as a possible suitor, but that option currently seems off. Instead, interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be expressing curiosity in the keeper.

Ivan Toney

The proven England centre-forward has kept scoring regularly in Saudi Arabia. A return to the Premier League might boost his dwindling hopes of being in the England World Cup. But, arranging a transfer presents significant challenges. Al-Ahli are reluctant to part with him, and his alleged huge salary make any agreement complicated. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all linked as interested parties.

Ivan Toney was instrumental as his Saudi club to a win in the Saudi Super Cup showpiece.

Conor Gallagher

This dynamic midfielder attracted considerable interest in the off-season but remained at Atlético Madrid. With limited starts in La Liga this term, he may be eager to find more minutes ahead of the tournament. Manchester United are heavily linked, and a return to Crystal Palace, a club he shone on a temporary deal, is also a possibility, though financial constraints might prove a problem.

Harvey Elliott

Despite excelling and being named player of the tournament at the U21 Euros in the summer, this talented midfielder has found it tough for minutes during his loan spell at Aston Villa. Unai Emery has confirmed the temporary transfer will not be made permanent. Due to FIFA regulations regarding playing for multiple teams in a campaign, a return to Liverpool before next season appears to be the only viable solution.

Kenan Yildiz

This exciting Turkey forward is in excellent form for Juventus this season. As his current deal nearing its end, a host of English 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 contract but are in a battle to keep one of the continent's most promising young talents.

Kees Smit

This much-admired Dutch midfielder has drawn parallels to Kevin De Bruyne for his playing style. Following impressing at the Under-19 European Championship, he has broken into the AZ Alkmaar side. The 19-year-old is heavily tipped to make a major move in January. Newcastle United are believed to be frontrunners, but are facing stiff rivalry from Real Madrid for a deal valued at around £22 million.