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This January transfer market is always a period of intense speculation and potential major deals. Several prominent players find themselves connected to transfers away from their current teams. Here is a look at a selection of the major figures who are poised to be on the move this month.

A. Semenyo

Although the Black Stars' inability to qualify for the AFCON, this has kept the forward in contention, indications are a major transfer is imminent. This Bournemouth attacker possesses a contract with a £65 million release clause applicable for a brief period in early January. Latest reports point to Manchester City look to have won the race for his signature. Other suitors such as Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have moved on to other targets, potentially opening the door for clubs like Manchester United or Liverpool to make a late move.

M. Guéhi

The England defender has continued to excel for Crystal Palace this season a previous move to Anfield collapsing. As his contract due to run out in the summer, January is the London club's last opportunity to secure a transfer fee for their captain. Numerous elite clubs, such as Manchester City and several European giants like Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, reportedly hold an interest. Yet, a January exit is considered unlikely, especially given the manager's reliance on the player.

B. Johnson

This Welsh forward has had starting minutes limited at Tottenham this term. Despite finishing as the side's top scorer last season, he has started only a handful of Premier League matches. It is understood the North London club is willing to consider a transfer for the right price, thought to be in the around forty million pounds. Bournemouth appear to be leading the chase, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally showing an interest.

Tottenham rate the Welsh international at around £40m.

Rúben Neves

This Portuguese playmaker could be poised for a return to the English top flight following a spell in the Saudi Pro League. Now just twenty-eight, while his agreement expiring in the summer, he represents a potential bargain. Teams such as Liverpool and Manchester United have been connected to the former Wolves man. Additionally, there have been rumours from Spain that he would be prepared to accept a reduced salary for a move to Real Madrid.

M. ter Stegen

This experienced German shot-stopper is now as third-choice at Barça following new coach Flick. After lost his place and had an operation, a winter exit looks increasingly likely. Villa were initially mentioned as a potential suitor, but that option currently seems unlikely. Instead, interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be showing interest in the keeper.

Ivan Toney

The proven England striker has kept finding the net frequently in Saudi Arabia. Coming back to the Premier League might boost his fading chances of making the national squad. But, securing a transfer presents major challenges. Al-Ahli do not wish to sell him, and his reported enormous salary make any agreement complicated. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton have all been linked as admirers.

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

C. Gallagher

This dynamic English midfielder drew considerable attention in the summer but stayed at Atlético Madrid. With few starts in Spain this term, he is keen to find more playing time ahead of the tournament. Manchester United have been heavily linked, and a move back to Selhurst Park, where he shone on a temporary deal, remains a option, although wage constraints could be a stumbling block.

Harvey Elliott

Despite excelling and being named player of the tournament at the U21 Euros in the summer, the young player has found it tough for game time during his loan spell at Villa. The manager has stated the temporary transfer will not become permanent. Due to specific rules about playing for multiple teams in a campaign, a return to Liverpool before next summer appears to be the only available outcome.

K. Yildiz

The exciting Turkey attacker is in fine form for the Italian giants this term. As his existing deal nearing its end, many English sides – such as Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are keeping tabs on the situation. Juventus are eager to secure the youngster to a new long-term contract but face a race to retain one of the continent's most promising prospects.

K. Smit

The highly-touted Dutch midfielder has drawn comparisons to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. Following starring at the Under-19 European Championship, Smit has broken into the AZ Alkmaar side. The teenager is heavily tipped to make a major transfer this month. Newcastle United are believed to be leading the chase, but are facing strong rivalry from the Spanish champions for a signing priced at approximately twenty-two million pounds.