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This January transfer market is always a time of significant speculation and possible major moves. A number of high-profile players are being linked with moves out of their current teams. This article explores some of the major figures who might be on the move in January.

Antoine Semenyo

Although the Black Stars' failure to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations, which has kept the forward available, reports suggest a major transfer is close. This 25-year-old has a contract featuring a sizeable buy-out clause applicable for a two-week period at the start of the month. Latest reports indicate the Premier League champions have emerged as his signature. Other interested parties such as Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have moved on to other targets, potentially opening the door for clubs such as Liverpool or Manchester United to make a last-minute move.

Marc Guéhi

The England defender has continued to excel for Crystal Palace despite a summer transfer to Anfield falling through. With his deal set to expire in the summer, January is the London club's final opportunity to secure a fee for their skipper. A host of elite clubs, such as City and several European giants including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to be interested. However, a winter departure is considered difficult, particularly given the manager's dependence on the player.

B. Johnson

The Welsh forward has found starting opportunities hard to come by at Tottenham this term. Although finishing as the club's top scorer last season, Johnson has started only a small number of Premier League games. Reports suggest the North London club would be open to a transfer for the correct valuation, believed to be in the around £40 million. Bournemouth are currently leading the chase, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally showing an inquiry.

Spurs rate Brennan Johnson at approximately forty million pounds.

Rúben Neves

The Portugal midfielder might be set for a comeback to the Premier League after a period in the Saudi Pro League. Now just twenty-eight, while his contract expiring in the summer of 2026, he is a possible opportunity. Clubs such as Liverpool and Manchester United have been linked with the player. Furthermore, there have been rumours from Spain that he would be prepared to take a reduced salary for a switch to the Spanish giants.

Marc-André ter Stegen

The veteran Germany goalkeeper is now as third-choice at Barça following new manager Flick. Having lost his place and had surgery, a January exit seems increasingly likely. Aston Villa were initially mentioned as a possible suitor, but that move currently seems unlikely. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be expressing interest in the 33-year-old.

I. Toney

This proven English striker has kept finding the net regularly in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League could boost his fading hopes of being in the national squad. But, arranging a transfer poses major challenges. Al-Ahli are reluctant to sell him, and his alleged huge weekly wages make any move complicated. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all linked as interested parties.

Ivan Toney was instrumental as his Saudi club to victory in the domestic cup final.

Conor Gallagher

The dynamic English midfielder attracted widespread attention in the off-season but remained at Atlético. With limited starts in La Liga this term, he may be eager to secure more playing time ahead of the World Cup. United are heavily linked, and a return to Crystal Palace, where he excelled on loan, remains a possibility, although 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 young midfielder has found it tough for minutes during his loan spell at Aston Villa. Unai Emery has stated the loan move will not become permanent. Due to FIFA regulations regarding playing for two clubs in a campaign, a move back to his parent club before next summer seems to be the only available outcome.

K. Yildiz

This highly-rated Turkish forward has been in excellent form for Juventus this season. As his existing deal nearing its end, a host of Premier League clubs – including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the developments. The Turin club are desperate to secure the youngster to a lengthy contract but are in a battle to keep one of Europe's brightest prospects.

Kees Smit

The much-admired Dutch teenage midfielder has earned parallels to a Belgian superstar for his playing style. After starring at the Under-19 European Championship, he has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar first team. This 19-year-old is heavily tipped to complete a big-money transfer in January. Newcastle United are believed to be leading the chase, but could face stiff rivalry from Real Madrid for a deal valued at approximately twenty-two million pounds.