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The January transfer window proves to be a period of significant rumour and potential major deals. A number of notable stars are being connected to moves out of their current teams. Here is a look at a selection of the key figures that are poised to be on the move in January.

A. Semenyo

Despite the Black Stars' failure to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations, which has left the forward in contention, it appears a major transfer is imminent. This 25-year-old has a contract with a substantial release clause applicable for a brief window in early January. Latest developments indicate the Premier League champions have emerged as his signature. Other suitors such as Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have moved on to other options, potentially opening the door for clubs such as Liverpool or Manchester United to make a last-minute move.

M. Guéhi

The English centre-back has excel for Palace this season a summer transfer to Liverpool falling through. With his contract set to run out in the summer, this represents the London club's last chance to obtain a transfer fee for their captain. A host of top sides, such as City and multiple continental powerhouses like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to hold an interest. However, a winter exit remains difficult, especially given the coach's dependence on the defender.

Brennan Johnson

This Welsh forward has found first-team minutes hard to come by at Spurs this campaign. Despite being the side's leading goalscorer last season, he has started just a handful of Premier League games. Reports suggest the North London outfit would be open to a transfer for the right price, believed to be in the around forty million pounds. Bournemouth appear to be leading the chase, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally credited with an interest.

Spurs rate the Welsh international at around forty million pounds.

Rúben Neves

The Portuguese playmaker might be set for a comeback to the English top flight after a spell in the Saudi Pro League. Now just 28, while his contract ending in the summer of 2026, he represents a potential opportunity. Clubs like Liverpool and Manchester United have been connected to the former Wolves man. Additionally, there are rumours from Spanish media that he is willing to take a reduced salary for a switch to Real Madrid.

Marc-André ter Stegen

This veteran German goalkeeper is now as the third option at Barcelona following new coach Hansi Flick. After fallen out of favour and had surgery, a January exit looks highly likely. Aston Villa were once linked as a possible destination, but that option now appears unlikely. Instead, interest from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be showing interest in the 33-year-old.

Ivan Toney

This proven English centre-forward has kept scoring frequently in the Middle East. Coming back to the Premier League might boost his dwindling hopes of being in the national World Cup. However, securing a transfer poses significant hurdles. Al-Ahli do not wish to sell him, and his alleged enormous weekly wages make any move difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been linked as admirers.

The striker was instrumental as Al-Ahli to a win in the domestic cup final.

Conor Gallagher

This energetic English midfielder drew widespread attention in the off-season but remained at Atlético Madrid. With limited starts in La Liga this season, he is keen to find more playing time ahead of the World Cup. Manchester United have been heavily connected, and a return to Crystal Palace, a club he shone on loan, is also a possibility, though wage demands could prove a problem.

Harvey Elliott

Despite excelling and winning the best player award at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, this talented player has struggled for game time during his loan spell at Aston Villa. Unai Emery has confirmed the loan move won't become permanent. Due to FIFA regulations about representing two clubs in a campaign, a return to Liverpool before next season appears to be the sole viable outcome.

K. Yildiz

The highly-rated Turkey forward is in excellent form for the Italian giants this season. With his current deal nearing its end, many Premier League clubs – including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are keeping tabs on the developments. The Turin club are eager to secure the youngster to a lengthy contract but face a battle to keep one of the continent's brightest prospects.

K. Smit

This highly-touted Dutch teenage midfielder has drawn parallels to a Belgian superstar for his style of play. After impressing at the U19 Euros, Smit has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar first team. The 19-year-old is heavily tipped to make a major move in January. Newcastle are believed to be leading the chase, but are facing strong rivalry from Real Madrid for a signing valued at around twenty-two million pounds.