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The January recruitment period is always a time of feverish rumour and possible big-money transfers. Several high-profile players find themselves connected to moves away from their current clubs. Here is a look at a selection of the key names who could be changing clubs this month.

Antoine Semenyo

Although Ghana's failure to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations, this has left the forward available, reports suggest a major move is imminent. This Bournemouth attacker possesses a contract with a sizeable buy-out clause applicable for a short window at the start of the month. Recent reports suggest the Premier League champions are now the frontrunners for his services. Former interested parties like Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have moved on to other targets, leaving clubs such as Manchester United or Liverpool to attempt a last-minute move.

Marc Guéhi

This English centre-back has continued to impress for Palace this season a previous transfer to Anfield falling through. With his deal set to expire in the summer, this represents the London club's final opportunity to obtain a transfer fee for their captain. A host of elite sides, including City and multiple continental powerhouses like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly hold an interest. However, a winter exit is considered unlikely, particularly given the manager's reliance on the defender.

B. Johnson

The Welsh winger has had starting opportunities limited at Tottenham this campaign. Although being the club's top scorer the previous campaign, Johnson has started only a handful of league games. Reports suggest the London club is open to a sale for the right valuation, thought to be in the region of forty million pounds. Bournemouth appear to be leading the chase, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally showing an inquiry.

Tottenham rate Brennan Johnson at around £40m.

R. Neves

The Portugal playmaker might be poised for a comeback to the English top flight after a period in the Saudi Pro League. Now only twenty-eight, while his agreement expiring in the summer of 2026, he represents a possible opportunity. Clubs like Liverpool and Manchester United are connected to the former Wolves man. Additionally, there are suggestions from Spain that he would be prepared to accept a reduced salary for a switch to Real Madrid.

M. ter Stegen

This veteran German goalkeeper is now as the third option at Barça under new manager Flick. Having lost his place and undergone surgery, a January exit looks highly probable. Aston Villa were initially linked as a potential destination, but that move now appears unlikely. Instead, interest from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are reportedly showing curiosity in the 33-year-old.

Ivan Toney

This prolific English centre-forward has continued scoring regularly in Saudi Arabia. Coming back to the Premier League might boost his fading chances of making the national World Cup. However, securing a deal presents significant hurdles. His current club are reluctant to part with him, and his reported huge weekly wages make any move complicated. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been mentioned as interested parties.

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

Conor Gallagher

This energetic English midfielder attracted considerable interest in the summer but remained at Atlético Madrid. Having few starts in Spain this term, he may be keen to find more playing time ahead of the World Cup. United are heavily connected, and a return to Selhurst Park, where he excelled on a temporary deal, is also a possibility, although wage constraints might be a problem.

Harvey Elliott

Although excelling and being named the best player award at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, the young player has found it tough for minutes on loan at Aston Villa. Unai Emery has stated the loan move will not become permanent. Because of specific rules regarding playing for multiple teams in a campaign, a move back to his parent club before next season appears to be the sole viable solution.

Kenan Yildiz

The highly-rated Turkey forward is in fine form for the Italian giants this term. As his existing deal running down, many Premier League clubs – including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the developments. Juventus are desperate to secure the youngster to a new long-term contract but are in a battle to retain one of Europe's brightest prospects.

Kees Smit

The highly-touted Dutch teenage midfielder has earned parallels to a Belgian superstar for his style of play. Following starring at the U19 Euros, he has become a regular in the AZ side. The teenager is heavily expected to complete a big-money transfer this month. Newcastle reportedly are leading the chase, but could face strong competition from Real Madrid for a signing valued at approximately £22 million.