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This January transfer window is always a period of feverish speculation and possible major deals. Several prominent players find themselves linked with moves away from their present clubs. Here is a look at a selection of the top figures who might be on the move this month.

A. Semenyo

Despite the Black Stars' inability to reach the Africa Cup of Nations, this has left the player in contention, it appears a major transfer is imminent. This Bournemouth attacker possesses a contract with a substantial buy-out clause active for a two-week period in early January. Latest developments indicate the Premier League champions have emerged as his services. Former suitors such as Chelsea and Tottenham reportedly have turned their attention to other targets, potentially opening the door for clubs like Liverpool or Manchester United to attempt a late bid.

M. Guéhi

This English centre-back has excel for Crystal Palace this season a previous transfer to Liverpool falling through. As his contract set to expire in the summer, this represents the London club's final opportunity to obtain a fee for their captain. A host of elite sides, such as Manchester City and multiple continental powerhouses like Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, reportedly hold an interest. Yet, a winter exit remains difficult, particularly given the manager's reliance on the player.

B. Johnson

The Welsh winger has had starting opportunities limited at Tottenham this campaign. Despite finishing as the side's top scorer the previous campaign, he has begun only a handful of league games. Reports suggest the North London club is open to a sale for the correct price, thought to be in the around forty million pounds. Bournemouth are currently at the front of the queue, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally showing an inquiry.

Tottenham value Brennan Johnson at around forty million pounds.

R. Neves

This Portugal playmaker could be poised for a return to the Premier League following a spell in Saudi Arabia. Now just twenty-eight, while his agreement expiring in the summer of 2026, he represents a possible opportunity. Clubs like Liverpool and Manchester United are linked with the player. Additionally, there have been suggestions from Spanish media that he would be willing to accept a pay cut for a switch to the Spanish giants.

Marc-André ter Stegen

The experienced German shot-stopper finds himself as third-choice at Barcelona following the manager Hansi Flick. After lost his place and undergone an operation, a winter departure seems highly likely. Aston Villa were once mentioned as a potential suitor, but that option now appears unlikely. Instead, interest from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are reportedly showing curiosity in the keeper.

Ivan Toney

The proven England centre-forward has continued finding the net frequently in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League might boost his fading chances of making the England World Cup. However, arranging a deal poses major challenges. Al-Ahli do not wish to part with him, and his reported enormous weekly wages render any move difficult. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all mentioned as interested parties.

Ivan Toney helped his Saudi club to a win in the Saudi Super Cup showpiece.

C. Gallagher

This dynamic English midfielder attracted considerable attention in the off-season but remained at Atlético Madrid. Having limited starts in La Liga this term, he may be keen to secure more minutes ahead of the tournament. United have been heavily linked, and a return to Crystal Palace, a club he shone on a temporary deal, remains a possibility, although financial constraints could be a stumbling block.

H. Elliott

Despite excelling and being named player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, the young player has found it tough for game time on loan at Aston Villa. Unai Emery has stated the temporary transfer will not be made permanent. Due to specific rules regarding representing multiple teams in a season, a return to Liverpool prior to next season seems to be the sole viable solution.

K. Yildiz

This exciting Turkish forward is in excellent form for Juventus this term. With his existing contract nearing its end, a host of English clubs – including Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are monitoring the developments. The Turin club are desperate to tie down the 20-year-old to a lengthy agreement but are in a race to retain one of the continent's brightest young talents.

Kees Smit

This much-admired Netherlands teenage midfielder has earned parallels to Kevin De Bruyne for his playing style. Following impressing at the U19 Euros, Smit has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar first team. The teenager is widely expected to make a big-money transfer in January. Newcastle are believed to be leading the chase, but are facing stiff competition from Real Madrid for a deal priced at around £22 million.