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This January transfer market is typically a period of significant rumour and potential big-money moves. Several high-profile stars find themselves connected to transfers away from their present teams. Here is a look at a selection of the top figures who might be on the move this month.

A. Semenyo

Despite Ghana's inability to reach the AFCON, this has kept the player in contention, indications are an important transfer is close. This Bournemouth attacker has a contract with a substantial release clause active for a brief window in early January. Latest reports suggest Manchester City look to have won the race for his services. Other suitors like 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 bid.

M. Guéhi

This English centre-back has continued to impress for Palace despite a previous transfer to Liverpool falling through. As his deal set to expire in the close season, January is the London club's last chance to obtain a transfer fee for their skipper. Numerous top sides, including City and multiple continental powerhouses including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to be interested. However, a January exit remains unlikely, especially given the manager's reliance on the player.

Brennan Johnson

This Wales winger has found first-team opportunities hard to come by at Tottenham this campaign. Although finishing as the club's leading goalscorer last season, he has begun only a small number of Premier League matches. It is understood the London club is open to a transfer for the right price, believed to be in the region of £40 million. The Cherries appear to be at the front of the queue, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford also showing an inquiry.

Spurs value the Welsh international at approximately forty million pounds.

Rúben Neves

The Portuguese playmaker could be set for a comeback to the Premier League after a spell in the Saudi Pro League. Now only 28, while his agreement ending in the summer of 2026, he represents a possible bargain. Clubs like Liverpool and Manchester United are connected to the player. Furthermore, there have been rumours from Spanish media that he is prepared to take a reduced salary for a move to the Spanish giants.

Marc-André ter Stegen

The experienced German goalkeeper finds himself as third-choice at Barcelona under the manager Hansi Flick. After fallen out of favour and undergone surgery, a January departure seems highly probable. Aston Villa were initially mentioned as a potential destination, but that option currently seems off. Instead, interest from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are reportedly showing curiosity in the keeper.

I. Toney

This prolific English striker has continued finding the net regularly in the Middle East. Coming back to the Premier League could boost his dwindling chances of being in the England World Cup. But, arranging a deal poses major hurdles. Al-Ahli do not wish to part with him, and his reported enormous weekly wages make any move complicated. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been mentioned as admirers.

The striker helped his Saudi club to victory in the domestic cup showpiece.

Conor Gallagher

The dynamic midfielder attracted widespread attention in the off-season but stayed at Atlético Madrid. With few starting appearances in La Liga this term, he may be eager to find more minutes ahead of the World Cup. Manchester United are strongly linked, and a return to Selhurst Park, a club he excelled on loan, is also a possibility, though financial constraints might be a problem.

H. Elliott

Although excelling and winning the best player award at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, this young player has struggled for minutes on loan at Villa. Unai Emery has stated the temporary transfer will not become permanent. Because of specific rules about representing multiple teams in a season, a move back to his parent club prior to next summer appears to be the only available outcome.

Kenan Yildiz

The exciting Turkish attacker is in fine form for Juventus this term. With his existing contract nearing its end, a host of Premier League clubs – including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are keeping tabs on the situation. The Turin club are desperate to secure the 20-year-old to a new long-term contract but are in a battle to keep one of the continent's brightest prospects.

K. Smit

This highly-touted Netherlands midfielder has drawn parallels to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. After impressing at the Under-19 European Championship, he has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar side. The 19-year-old is widely expected to make a major move this month. Newcastle reportedly are leading the chase, but are facing stiff competition from the Spanish champions for a deal valued at approximately twenty-two million pounds.