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This January transfer market is typically a period of intense rumour and possible major transfers. Numerous prominent footballers find themselves linked with transfers away from their current teams. This article explores a selection of the key names who could be on the move in January.

A. Semenyo

Although the Black Stars' inability to qualify for the AFCON, which has left the player available, reports suggest an important transfer is close. This Bournemouth attacker possesses a deal with a sizeable buy-out clause active for a brief period at the start of the month. Latest developments indicate Manchester City look to have won the race for his signature. Former suitors like Tottenham and Chelsea are said to have turned their attention to other targets, leaving clubs such as Manchester United or Liverpool to make a last-minute move.

M. Guéhi

The English centre-back has continued to excel for Palace this season a previous transfer to Liverpool falling through. As his contract set to run out in the close season, January is the London club's final opportunity to secure a fee for their captain. Numerous elite sides, such as City and several continental powerhouses like Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, are believed to be interested. However, a winter departure remains unlikely, especially given the coach's dependence on the player.

B. Johnson

The Wales winger has found first-team opportunities hard to come by at Tottenham this term. Although being the side's top scorer last season, he has started just a small number of league games. Reports suggest the North London club is willing to consider a transfer for the right valuation, thought to be in the around £40 million. The Cherries are currently at the front of the queue, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally showing an interest.

Spurs rate the Welsh international at around £40m.

R. Neves

The Portugal midfielder might be poised for a return to the Premier League after a period in the Saudi Pro League. Still just 28, while his contract expiring in the summer, he is a potential opportunity. Clubs like Manchester United and Liverpool are connected to the former Wolves man. Furthermore, there have been suggestions from Spanish media that he would be willing to take a pay cut for a switch to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

The experienced Germany shot-stopper is now as the third option at Barcelona following new manager Hansi Flick. After lost his place and undergone an operation, a January exit seems highly likely. Aston Villa were initially mentioned as a possible suitor, but that move currently seems unlikely. Instead, clubs from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be showing interest in the keeper.

Ivan Toney

This prolific England striker has kept scoring regularly in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League could boost his dwindling chances of making the national World Cup. However, securing a transfer poses significant hurdles. Al-Ahli are reluctant to part with him, and his alleged enormous salary render any agreement difficult. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all linked as admirers.

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

Conor Gallagher

The dynamic English midfielder attracted considerable attention in the off-season but remained at Atlético. Having few starting appearances in La Liga this season, he may be eager to find more minutes ahead of the World Cup. United have been strongly linked, and a move back to Selhurst Park, where he shone on loan, remains a possibility, though wage constraints could prove a stumbling block.

H. Elliott

Although excelling and being named the best player award at the U21 Euros last summer, the young midfielder has struggled for minutes during his loan spell at Aston Villa. Unai Emery has confirmed the temporary transfer won't be made permanent. Due to specific rules about playing for multiple teams in a campaign, a return to his parent club prior to next season seems to be the sole available solution.

K. Yildiz

This exciting Turkey attacker has been in excellent form for the Italian giants this season. With his current contract nearing its end, a host of English clubs – including Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are monitoring the situation. The Turin club are eager to tie down the 20-year-old to a lengthy agreement but face a race to keep one of the continent's most promising prospects.

Kees Smit

This highly-touted Netherlands teenage midfielder has earned parallels to Kevin De Bruyne for his playing style. Following impressing at the Under-19 European Championship, he has become a regular in the AZ side. The 19-year-old is widely tipped to make a big-money transfer in January. Newcastle are believed to be leading the chase, but could face strong rivalry from the Spanish champions for a deal valued at around twenty-two million pounds.