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The January transfer market is always a period of significant rumour and possible major transfers. Several prominent stars are being linked with moves away from their present teams. Here is a look at a selection of the top names that could be on the move in January.

Antoine Semenyo

Although the Black Stars' failure to reach the AFCON, this has kept the player in contention, it appears a significant move is close. This Bournemouth attacker possesses a contract featuring a sizeable release clause applicable for a brief period at the start of the month. Recent reports indicate Manchester City look to have won the race for his services. Other suitors like Chelsea and Tottenham reportedly have moved on to alternative targets, leaving clubs such as Liverpool or Manchester United to attempt a late move.

M. Guéhi

The England defender has continued to impress for Palace despite a summer move to Anfield collapsing. With his deal set to run out in the summer, January is the club's last opportunity to obtain a transfer fee for their skipper. Numerous top sides, such as City and multiple continental powerhouses including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly hold an interest. However, a January exit is considered unlikely, especially given the manager's dependence on the defender.

B. Johnson

This Wales winger has had first-team opportunities limited at Spurs this campaign. Although being the club's leading goalscorer last season, Johnson has begun only a handful of league matches. Reports suggest the London club would be willing to consider a sale for the right valuation, believed to be in the around forty million pounds. Bournemouth are currently leading the chase, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally credited with an interest.

Spurs rate the Welsh international at around forty million pounds.

R. Neves

This Portugal playmaker might be poised for a comeback to the Premier League after a spell in Saudi Arabia. Now only 28, while his contract expiring in the summer, he is a potential bargain. Clubs like Manchester United and Liverpool have been linked with the former Wolves man. Additionally, there are rumours from Spanish media that he is willing to accept a pay cut for a switch to Real Madrid.

Marc-André ter Stegen

This veteran German shot-stopper is now as third-choice at Barcelona following the manager Hansi Flick. Having fallen out of favour and had surgery, a winter exit looks increasingly probable. Villa were initially mentioned as a possible destination, but that option now appears off. Instead, interest from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be expressing curiosity in the keeper.

Ivan Toney

This proven English centre-forward has continued finding the net frequently in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League might boost his fading hopes of making the national World Cup. But, arranging a deal poses significant hurdles. His current club do not wish to sell him, and his alleged enormous weekly wages render any move complicated. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been mentioned as admirers.

The striker helped his Saudi club to victory in the Saudi Super Cup showpiece.

C. Gallagher

The dynamic English midfielder attracted widespread attention in the summer but stayed at Atlético. With limited starting appearances in La Liga this term, he is eager to find more playing time ahead of the tournament. Manchester United are strongly linked, and a move back to Crystal Palace, a club he excelled on a temporary deal, remains a possibility, although wage constraints could prove a stumbling block.

H. Elliott

Although starring and winning player of the tournament at the U21 Euros last summer, the young midfielder has struggled for minutes during his loan spell at Aston Villa. The manager has confirmed the loan move won't become permanent. Because of specific rules regarding playing for two clubs in a campaign, a return to his parent club prior to next season seems to be the only available solution.

K. Yildiz

The exciting Turkish forward is in excellent form for the Italian giants this term. As his current deal running down, a host of English sides – such as Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the developments. The Turin club are eager to tie down the 20-year-old to a new long-term agreement but are in a race to retain one of the continent's brightest prospects.

K. Smit

This 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 side. The 19-year-old is widely tipped to complete a major transfer this month. Newcastle United reportedly are leading the chase, but could face stiff competition from the Spanish champions for a signing priced at around twenty-two million pounds.