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The January transfer window proves to be a time of intense rumour and potential big-money transfers. Several high-profile footballers find themselves linked with moves away from their current teams. This article explores some of the major names that might be changing clubs in January.

Antoine Semenyo

Despite the Black Stars' failure to reach the AFCON, which has kept the player available, it appears an important transfer is imminent. The 25-year-old has a deal featuring a sizeable buy-out clause active for a brief period at the start of the month. Latest reports point to the Premier League champions are now the frontrunners for his signature. Other interested parties such as Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have turned their attention to other options, leaving clubs like Manchester United or Liverpool to make a late bid.

Marc Guéhi

This English defender has continued to impress for Palace despite a previous move to Liverpool collapsing. With his contract due to run out in the summer, this represents the club's final opportunity to secure a fee for their captain. A host of top clubs, such as Manchester City and several continental powerhouses including Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, are believed to be interested. However, a winter exit remains unlikely, particularly given the manager's dependence on the player.

Brennan Johnson

The Wales winger has found starting minutes limited at Tottenham this campaign. Despite being the side's top scorer last season, Johnson has started just a handful of league matches. Reports suggest the North London outfit is open to a transfer for the correct price, believed to be in the around forty million pounds. Bournemouth appear to be at the front of the queue, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally showing an interest.

Spurs value Brennan Johnson at around forty million pounds.

R. Neves

This Portugal playmaker might be set for a return to the English top flight after a spell in Saudi Arabia. Now just twenty-eight, and with his contract expiring in the summer, he is a potential opportunity. Teams such as Liverpool and Manchester United have been connected to the former Wolves man. Additionally, there are suggestions from Spanish media that he would be prepared to accept a pay cut for a switch to Real Madrid.

Marc-André ter Stegen

This experienced Germany goalkeeper finds himself as the third option at Barcelona following the manager Flick. Having lost his place and had an operation, a January departure seems increasingly likely. Villa were initially linked as a possible suitor, but that option now appears off. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are reportedly expressing interest in the 33-year-old.

I. Toney

This prolific England centre-forward has continued scoring regularly in Saudi Arabia. Coming back to the Premier League could boost his dwindling hopes of making the England squad. However, arranging a deal poses major hurdles. His current club are reluctant to part with him, and his reported huge salary render any move difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United are all linked as interested parties.

The striker helped his Saudi club to a win in the domestic cup final.

C. Gallagher

The energetic English midfielder drew considerable interest in the off-season but stayed at Atlético Madrid. Having few starts in La Liga this season, he may be keen to secure more playing time ahead of the tournament. United have been strongly linked, and a move back to Crystal Palace, where he excelled on a temporary deal, is also a option, although financial demands might prove a stumbling block.

H. Elliott

Although excelling and winning player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, the talented midfielder has found it tough for minutes on loan at Aston Villa. Unai Emery has confirmed the temporary transfer will not be made permanent. Because of specific rules about playing for multiple teams in a season, a move back to his parent club prior to next summer appears to be the only viable outcome.

K. Yildiz

This highly-rated Turkish forward has been in excellent form for the Italian giants this season. With his current contract running down, a host of English clubs – including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are keeping tabs on the situation. The Turin club are eager to secure the 20-year-old to a lengthy contract but face a battle to keep one of Europe's brightest prospects.

K. Smit

This much-admired Netherlands midfielder has earned comparisons to a Belgian superstar for his playing style. After starring at the Under-19 European Championship, Smit has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar side. The 19-year-old is heavily tipped to make a big-money move in January. Newcastle United are believed to be frontrunners, but are facing strong rivalry from the Spanish champions for a signing priced at approximately £22 million.