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This January transfer window is typically a period of intense rumour and potential major moves. Numerous high-profile players are being connected to moves out of their current clubs. Here is a look at a selection of the major names who could be changing clubs this month.

Antoine Semenyo

Although the Black Stars' inability to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations, which has left the player in contention, indications are an important move is imminent. This 25-year-old possesses a contract featuring a sizeable buy-out clause active for a short period in early January. Recent developments point to the Premier League champions have emerged as his signature. Former suitors such as Tottenham and Chelsea reportedly have turned their attention to alternative targets, potentially opening the door for clubs such as Liverpool or Manchester United to attempt a last-minute move.

M. Guéhi

This English defender has impress for Crystal Palace despite a previous transfer to Liverpool collapsing. With his deal due to expire in the close season, this represents the London club's last chance to obtain a transfer fee for their skipper. Numerous elite clubs, such as City and several European giants including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly be interested. However, a January exit remains difficult, especially given the coach's reliance on the defender.

B. Johnson

The Welsh forward has had first-team opportunities limited at Tottenham this term. Despite being the side's top scorer last season, he has started just a handful of Premier League games. Reports suggest the North London club is willing to consider a sale for the right price, thought to be in the around £40 million. The Cherries appear to be at the front of the queue, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace also credited with an interest.

Tottenham rate Brennan Johnson at around forty million pounds.

R. Neves

The Portugal midfielder might be poised for a comeback to the English top flight following a period in the Saudi Pro League. Still just twenty-eight, and with his agreement expiring in the summer, he is a possible bargain. Teams like Liverpool and Manchester United have been connected to the former Wolves man. Furthermore, there are suggestions from Spain that he would be willing to accept a pay cut for a move to the Spanish giants.

Marc-André ter Stegen

The veteran Germany shot-stopper is now as the third option at Barça under new coach Flick. After fallen out of favour and had surgery, a winter exit seems highly probable. Aston Villa were once mentioned as a possible destination, but that move currently seems unlikely. Instead, clubs from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be showing interest in the keeper.

I. Toney

The proven English striker has continued scoring frequently in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League might boost his fading chances of being in the England World Cup. But, securing a deal poses significant hurdles. His current club are reluctant to part with him, and his reported huge weekly wages render any agreement complicated. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all linked as interested parties.

Ivan Toney helped his Saudi club to victory in the Saudi Super Cup showpiece.

Conor Gallagher

This energetic midfielder attracted considerable interest in the off-season but remained at Atlético Madrid. Having few starts in La Liga this season, he may be keen to secure more minutes ahead of the World Cup. Manchester United have been heavily linked, and a return to Crystal Palace, where he shone on a temporary deal, is also a possibility, though financial constraints might prove a stumbling block.

H. Elliott

Despite starring and being named player of the tournament at the U21 Euros in the summer, this young midfielder has struggled for game time during his loan spell at Villa. Unai Emery has stated the loan move won't become permanent. Because of specific rules about representing two clubs in a season, a move back to his parent club before next season seems to be the only available outcome.

K. Yildiz

The exciting Turkish attacker has been in fine form for the Italian giants this season. With his existing contract nearing its end, many Premier League clubs – including Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are keeping tabs on the situation. The Turin club are desperate to tie down the youngster to a new long-term agreement but face a battle to retain one of Europe's brightest young talents.

K. Smit

The much-admired Dutch midfielder has earned comparisons to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. After impressing at the Under-19 European Championship, Smit has broken into the AZ Alkmaar side. The 19-year-old is widely tipped to complete a major transfer this month. Newcastle United reportedly are frontrunners, but are facing strong rivalry from the Spanish champions for a deal priced at approximately twenty-two million pounds.