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This January transfer market is typically a time of feverish speculation and possible big-money transfers. Numerous prominent footballers find themselves linked with moves away from their present clubs. We examine some of the major figures who could be on the move this month.

Antoine Semenyo

Although the Black Stars' failure to reach the Africa Cup of Nations, this has kept the forward available, indications are a significant transfer is close. The 25-year-old has a deal featuring a substantial buy-out clause applicable for a short window in early January. Recent developments point to Manchester City have emerged as his signature. Former suitors such as Chelsea and Tottenham reportedly have turned their attention to other options, leaving clubs like Liverpool or Manchester United to attempt a late bid.

Marc Guéhi

This English centre-back has excel for Palace this season a previous move to Anfield falling through. With his contract due to run out in the summer, January is the London club's last opportunity to secure a transfer fee for their skipper. Numerous elite sides, such as Manchester City and multiple continental powerhouses including Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, reportedly be interested. However, a winter departure is considered difficult, particularly given the manager's dependence on the player.

B. Johnson

This Wales forward has had starting minutes hard to come by at Spurs this campaign. Despite being the side's top scorer the previous campaign, Johnson has started just a small number of league games. It is understood the North London outfit would be open to a transfer for the right price, thought to be in the around forty million pounds. The Cherries are currently leading the chase, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally showing an interest.

Spurs rate the Welsh international at approximately £40m.

Rúben Neves

The Portuguese midfielder could be set for a return to the Premier League following a period in the Saudi Pro League. Still just 28, and with his agreement ending in the summer, he is a potential opportunity. Teams such as Liverpool and Manchester United have been connected to the player. Furthermore, there are rumours from Spain that he would be prepared to accept a reduced salary for a switch to Real Madrid.

Marc-André ter Stegen

This veteran German shot-stopper is now as third-choice at Barça under new coach Flick. After fallen out of favour and undergone an operation, a January exit looks increasingly probable. Aston Villa were once linked as a potential suitor, but that move now appears off. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are reportedly expressing interest in the 33-year-old.

Ivan Toney

This prolific English striker has kept finding the net frequently in the Middle East. Coming back to the Premier League could boost his dwindling hopes of being in the national squad. But, arranging a transfer presents major challenges. His current club are reluctant to part with him, and his reported enormous salary make any agreement complicated. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all mentioned as admirers.

The striker helped Al-Ahli to a win in the Saudi Super Cup showpiece.

Conor Gallagher

The dynamic midfielder drew widespread attention in the off-season but remained at Atlético Madrid. Having few starts in Spain this term, he may be eager to find more minutes ahead of the World Cup. Manchester United are heavily connected, and a move back to Selhurst Park, a club he excelled on a temporary deal, remains a option, though wage demands might be a stumbling block.

Harvey Elliott

Although excelling and winning the best player award at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, the talented player has struggled for minutes on loan at Villa. Unai Emery has confirmed the temporary transfer will not be made permanent. Due to FIFA regulations regarding representing multiple teams in a season, a return to his parent club prior to next season seems to be the only available solution.

Kenan Yildiz

This exciting Turkey forward has been in excellent form for the Italian giants this term. As his existing contract running down, many Premier League clubs – including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are keeping tabs on the developments. Juventus are eager to tie down the 20-year-old to a new long-term contract but are in a race to retain one of the continent's most promising prospects.

Kees Smit

This much-admired Dutch midfielder has drawn parallels to a Belgian superstar for his style of play. After impressing at the U19 Euros, he has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar side. The teenager is heavily expected to complete a big-money move in January. Newcastle reportedly are frontrunners, but are facing strong competition from the Spanish champions for a signing priced at approximately twenty-two million pounds.