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This January transfer market proves to be a period of significant speculation and possible big-money moves. Numerous notable players find themselves connected to transfers away from their present teams. Here is a look at a selection of the top figures who could be on the move in January.

Antoine Semenyo

Despite the Black Stars' failure to qualify for the AFCON, this has kept the player in contention, it appears a major move is close. This 25-year-old possesses a deal featuring a sizeable buy-out clause applicable for a short period at the start of the month. Recent developments indicate Manchester City look to have won the race for his signature. Other suitors like Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have turned their attention to other targets, leaving teams such as Manchester United or Liverpool to attempt a last-minute bid.

M. Guéhi

This English centre-back has impress for Crystal Palace despite a previous transfer to Anfield falling through. With his contract due to run out in the summer, this represents the club's final chance to obtain a fee for their captain. A host of elite clubs, including Manchester City and several European giants including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly be interested. Yet, a January exit is considered difficult, particularly given the manager's reliance on the player.

B. Johnson

This Wales winger has found starting minutes hard to come by at Spurs this campaign. Although finishing as the side's leading goalscorer last season, Johnson has started only a small number of league matches. Reports suggest the London outfit is willing to consider a sale for the correct valuation, thought to be in the around £40 million. The Cherries are currently leading the chase, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally credited with an interest.

Spurs value the Welsh international at approximately forty million pounds.

Rúben Neves

This Portuguese playmaker might be set for a comeback to the Premier League following a spell in Saudi Arabia. Now just twenty-eight, while his agreement ending in the summer of 2026, he represents a potential bargain. Clubs like Liverpool and Manchester United are linked with the player. Furthermore, there have been suggestions from Spain that he is prepared to take a pay cut for a move to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

This veteran Germany shot-stopper is now as the third option at Barcelona following new coach Hansi Flick. After fallen out of favour and had an operation, a January departure looks highly probable. Aston Villa were once mentioned as a possible suitor, but that move currently seems unlikely. Instead, interest from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are reportedly showing interest in the 33-year-old.

I. Toney

This prolific England centre-forward has kept finding the net frequently in Saudi Arabia. Coming back to the Premier League could enhance his fading hopes of being in the England World Cup. But, securing a transfer presents significant challenges. His current club do not wish to part with him, and his reported huge weekly wages make any agreement difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been mentioned as admirers.

The striker helped Al-Ahli to a win in the domestic cup final.

C. Gallagher

This energetic midfielder attracted widespread attention in the summer but remained at Atlético. With few starting appearances in La Liga this season, he is eager to secure more playing time ahead of the World Cup. United have been heavily connected, and a move back to Crystal Palace, a club he excelled on loan, is also a possibility, though wage demands could be a stumbling block.

Harvey Elliott

Despite excelling and being named the best player award at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, this young player has found it tough for game time on loan at Villa. Unai Emery has confirmed the loan move will not become permanent. Due to FIFA regulations regarding playing for multiple teams in a campaign, a return to Liverpool prior to next season seems to be the sole viable outcome.

K. Yildiz

The highly-rated Turkey attacker has been in excellent form for the Italian giants this season. As his existing contract running down, many English sides – such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are monitoring the developments. The Turin club are eager to tie down the 20-year-old to a new long-term agreement but face a race to retain one of Europe's most promising young talents.

K. Smit

This highly-touted Dutch teenage midfielder has earned comparisons to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. Following impressing at the U19 Euros, Smit has broken into the AZ Alkmaar side. This 19-year-old is widely tipped to make a big-money move in January. Newcastle United are believed to be leading the chase, but could face strong rivalry from the Spanish champions for a deal priced at around twenty-two million pounds.