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The January transfer window is typically a period of feverish speculation and possible major deals. A number of high-profile stars are being connected to transfers away from their present teams. This article explores some of the key figures who are poised to be changing clubs this month.

A. Semenyo

Although Ghana's failure to reach the AFCON, which has left the forward available, it appears an important transfer is close. The Bournemouth attacker possesses a contract featuring a sizeable buy-out clause applicable for a short window in early January. Latest reports point to Manchester City are now the frontrunners for his signature. Former suitors such as Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have turned their attention to other targets, leaving clubs such as Liverpool or Manchester United to make a last-minute bid.

M. Guéhi

This English defender has continued to excel for Crystal Palace despite a summer transfer to Anfield collapsing. With his deal due to run out in the close season, January is the London club's final chance to obtain a fee for their skipper. A host of top sides, such as Manchester City and multiple European giants like Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, reportedly hold an interest. Yet, a January exit remains difficult, especially given the manager's reliance on the player.

B. Johnson

This Welsh winger has found first-team minutes limited at Spurs this campaign. Although being the club's top scorer last season, Johnson has begun just a small number of Premier League games. It is understood the North London club would be willing to consider a transfer for the correct valuation, believed to be in the around £40 million. Bournemouth appear to be at the front of the queue, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally showing an interest.

Spurs value Brennan Johnson at around forty million pounds.

R. Neves

The Portugal playmaker could be set for a comeback to the Premier League after a period in Saudi Arabia. Now just twenty-eight, while his agreement expiring in the summer, he represents a possible bargain. Teams like Liverpool and Manchester United have been linked with the former Wolves man. Furthermore, there are rumours from Spanish media that he would be prepared to accept a pay cut for a move to Real Madrid.

M. ter Stegen

This experienced Germany shot-stopper finds himself as the third option at Barça following the coach Flick. After lost his place and had an operation, a winter exit seems highly probable. Aston Villa were once linked as a potential destination, but that option currently seems off. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be showing interest in the 33-year-old.

I. Toney

This proven England striker has kept scoring frequently in the Middle East. Coming back to the Premier League could enhance his fading hopes of being in the national squad. However, securing a transfer presents major hurdles. His current club do not wish to part with him, and his alleged huge weekly wages make any move complicated. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United are all mentioned as interested parties.

The striker helped Al-Ahli to victory in the Saudi Super Cup showpiece.

Conor Gallagher

This dynamic English midfielder attracted widespread interest in the summer but stayed at Atlético Madrid. With few starts in La Liga this term, he may be keen to secure more minutes ahead of the tournament. United have been heavily linked, and a move back to Selhurst Park, a club he excelled on a temporary deal, remains a possibility, although financial demands might prove 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 minutes on loan at Villa. The manager has confirmed the temporary transfer won't become permanent. Due to specific rules about representing two clubs in a campaign, a move back to Liverpool before next summer appears to be the only available solution.

Kenan Yildiz

This exciting Turkey forward is in fine form for Juventus this season. As his current contract running down, many Premier League clubs – including Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are keeping tabs on the situation. The Turin club are desperate to secure the youngster to a new long-term contract but face a race to retain one of Europe's brightest prospects.

Kees Smit

The highly-touted Dutch teenage midfielder has drawn parallels to a Belgian superstar for his style of play. After starring at the Under-19 European Championship, he has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar side. The teenager is widely expected to make a big-money transfer in January. Newcastle United are believed to be frontrunners, but could face strong competition from the Spanish champions for a deal valued at approximately twenty-two million pounds.