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This January transfer market is typically a time of significant rumour and potential big-money moves. Numerous high-profile footballers are being connected to moves out of their current teams. Here is a look at a selection of the key figures who might be on the move in January.

Antoine Semenyo

Despite Ghana's failure to reach the Africa Cup of Nations, which has kept the forward available, it appears a significant transfer is imminent. This 25-year-old has a deal featuring a substantial release clause active for a brief window in early January. Latest reports suggest the Premier League champions have emerged as his signature. Other interested parties like Chelsea and Tottenham reportedly have turned their attention to other options, leaving clubs such as Manchester United or Liverpool to attempt a late bid.

Marc Guéhi

This English defender has impress for Palace despite a summer transfer to Anfield falling through. With his contract due to expire in the summer, this represents the club's final opportunity to secure a fee for their captain. Numerous elite sides, such as City and multiple continental powerhouses including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly be interested. However, a January departure remains unlikely, especially given the coach's reliance on the defender.

Brennan Johnson

The Wales forward has had first-team opportunities hard to come by at Spurs this term. Despite finishing as the club's leading goalscorer last season, Johnson has begun only a handful of Premier League matches. It is understood the London club would be willing to consider a sale for the right valuation, believed to be in the region of £40 million. Bournemouth are currently at the front of the queue, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally showing an inquiry.

Tottenham rate Brennan Johnson at around forty million pounds.

Rúben Neves

The Portuguese playmaker could be set for a comeback to the Premier League following a spell in Saudi Arabia. Now only 28, and with his contract expiring in the summer, he is a possible bargain. Teams like Liverpool and Manchester United have been linked with the former Wolves man. Furthermore, there are rumours from Spain that he is willing to take a reduced salary for a move to Real Madrid.

M. ter Stegen

This experienced Germany shot-stopper is now as third-choice at Barcelona following the coach Flick. Having fallen out of favour and had an operation, a winter exit seems increasingly likely. Aston Villa were initially linked as a potential suitor, but that option now appears unlikely. Instead, interest from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are reportedly showing interest in the keeper.

I. Toney

The prolific England striker has kept finding the net frequently in Saudi Arabia. A return to the Premier League could boost his fading chances of being in the England World Cup. However, arranging a transfer poses significant hurdles. His current club do not wish to part with him, and his alleged huge salary make any move difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United are all mentioned as interested parties.

Ivan Toney helped Al-Ahli to a win in the domestic cup showpiece.

C. Gallagher

The energetic English midfielder attracted considerable attention in the summer but stayed at Atlético. Having few starting appearances in Spain this season, he may be eager to secure more playing time ahead of the World Cup. United have been heavily linked, and a return to Crystal Palace, a club he shone on loan, remains a possibility, although financial constraints might be a problem.

Harvey Elliott

Although excelling and being named player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, the young midfielder has struggled for minutes on loan at Aston Villa. The manager has confirmed the loan move will not become permanent. Due to specific rules regarding representing two clubs in a season, a move back to Liverpool before next summer appears to be the sole viable outcome.

K. Yildiz

The exciting Turkey forward has been in excellent form for Juventus this season. With his current deal running down, many English clubs – such as Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the developments. Juventus are desperate to secure the 20-year-old to a lengthy contract but are in a battle 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 style of play. After impressing at the Under-19 European Championship, he has broken into the AZ first team. This teenager is heavily tipped to complete a big-money transfer this month. Newcastle United reportedly are frontrunners, but could face stiff rivalry from Real Madrid for a deal priced at around twenty-two million pounds.