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This January transfer window proves to be a time of feverish speculation and possible major transfers. Several high-profile stars are being linked with transfers away from their present teams. This article explores a selection of the top names who could be changing clubs this month.

A. Semenyo

Although Ghana's failure to reach the Africa Cup of Nations, this has kept the forward available, it appears an important move is close. The Bournemouth attacker has a contract with a substantial release clause active for a short window in early January. Latest developments suggest the Premier League champions look to have won the race for his services. Former suitors such as Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have moved on to other options, leaving clubs like Manchester United or Liverpool to attempt a late move.

M. Guéhi

This England centre-back has continued to excel for Palace this season a summer move to Liverpool collapsing. As his contract due to expire in the close season, January is the London club's final opportunity to obtain a transfer fee for their skipper. A host of elite sides, such as City and multiple continental powerhouses including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly be interested. However, a winter exit remains unlikely, particularly given the coach's dependence on the defender.

Brennan Johnson

The Wales forward has had starting opportunities limited at Tottenham this campaign. Despite finishing as the club's top scorer the previous campaign, he has begun just a handful of Premier League matches. It is understood the London outfit would be open to a sale for the right valuation, thought to be in the around £40 million. Bournemouth appear to be at the front of the queue, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally showing an inquiry.

Tottenham rate the Welsh international at approximately forty million pounds.

R. Neves

The Portugal midfielder could be poised for a return to the English top flight after a period in Saudi Arabia. Now only twenty-eight, and with his contract expiring in the summer, he represents a possible opportunity. Teams such as Manchester United and Liverpool have been connected to the player. Additionally, there have been rumours from Spanish media that he would be willing to accept a pay cut for a move to Real Madrid.

M. ter Stegen

The veteran Germany goalkeeper finds himself as third-choice at Barcelona following the manager Flick. After fallen out of favour and undergone an operation, a January departure seems highly probable. Aston Villa were once linked as a possible destination, but that move now appears off. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are reportedly showing interest in the 33-year-old.

I. Toney

This proven England centre-forward has continued scoring regularly in the Middle East. Coming back to the Premier League might boost his fading hopes of making the England World Cup. But, securing a deal presents major challenges. His current club do not wish to sell him, and his alleged huge salary make any move difficult. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all mentioned as interested parties.

Ivan Toney was instrumental as Al-Ahli to a win in the domestic cup final.

Conor Gallagher

The dynamic English midfielder attracted considerable interest in the off-season but remained at Atlético. With few starts in La Liga this term, he is keen to secure more minutes ahead of the tournament. Manchester United have been heavily linked, and a move back to Crystal Palace, a club he shone on loan, is also a option, although wage demands might prove a problem.

H. Elliott

Despite excelling and winning player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, the young player has found it tough for game time on loan at Villa. Unai Emery has stated the loan move will not be made permanent. Because of FIFA regulations about representing multiple teams in a campaign, a move back to his parent club before next summer appears to be the sole viable solution.

K. Yildiz

This highly-rated Turkey forward is in excellent form for the Italian giants this term. With his current contract running down, a host of English clubs – such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are monitoring the developments. The Turin club are desperate to tie down the youngster to a new long-term agreement but are in a battle to keep one of Europe's most promising prospects.

Kees Smit

The highly-touted Netherlands teenage midfielder has earned comparisons to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. Following impressing at the U19 Euros, he has broken into the AZ first team. This 19-year-old is widely expected to make a major transfer in January. Newcastle are believed to be frontrunners, but could face strong competition from Real Madrid for a deal priced at approximately £22 million.