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The January transfer market proves to be a period of significant speculation and possible major moves. Several high-profile stars are being linked with moves out of their present clubs. Here is a look at some of the major figures who are poised to be on the move this month.

A. Semenyo

Despite Ghana's failure to reach the Africa Cup of Nations, this has kept the player available, indications are a significant move is imminent. This 25-year-old possesses a contract with a substantial release clause active for a brief window in early January. Recent reports point to the Premier League champions look to have won the race for his services. Other suitors like Chelsea and Tottenham reportedly have moved on to alternative targets, leaving clubs such as Manchester United or Liverpool to attempt a late move.

Marc Guéhi

This English defender has excel for Palace this season a summer transfer to Liverpool falling through. With his contract due to expire in the close season, January is the London club's final chance to secure a fee for their skipper. A host of elite sides, including City and multiple European giants including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to be interested. Yet, a winter departure remains difficult, especially given the coach's reliance on the player.

Brennan Johnson

This Welsh forward has had first-team minutes hard to come by at Tottenham this term. Despite being the club's leading goalscorer last season, he has begun just a handful of Premier League matches. Reports suggest the London outfit would be willing to consider a transfer for the correct valuation, thought to be in the region of £40 million. Bournemouth appear to be leading the chase, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally credited with an interest.

Spurs rate Brennan Johnson at around forty million pounds.

R. Neves

This Portuguese midfielder might be set for a comeback to the Premier League after a spell in the Saudi Pro League. Now only twenty-eight, while his agreement ending in the summer, he is a potential opportunity. Teams such as Manchester United and Liverpool have been linked with the former Wolves man. Furthermore, there have been rumours from Spanish media that he would be willing to take a pay cut for a switch to Real Madrid.

M. ter Stegen

This veteran German goalkeeper finds himself as third-choice at Barcelona under new coach Flick. Having fallen out of favour and undergone surgery, a January departure seems increasingly likely. Aston Villa were initially linked as a possible suitor, but that move now appears off. Instead, interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be expressing curiosity in the 33-year-old.

I. Toney

This prolific English centre-forward has continued finding the net regularly in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League could boost his dwindling chances of making the England World Cup. But, arranging a transfer presents significant hurdles. His current club are reluctant to part with him, and his reported huge salary make any move complicated. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all mentioned as interested parties.

Ivan Toney was instrumental as his Saudi club to victory in the domestic cup final.

Conor Gallagher

This dynamic English midfielder drew widespread interest in the summer but remained at Atlético Madrid. With few starting appearances in La Liga this season, he is eager to find more minutes ahead of the World Cup. United are strongly connected, and a return to Selhurst Park, where he shone on a temporary deal, is also a possibility, although wage constraints could prove a stumbling block.

H. Elliott

Despite excelling and winning player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, the talented midfielder has struggled for minutes during his loan spell at Villa. The manager has stated the temporary transfer won't be made permanent. Due to FIFA regulations regarding representing two clubs in a campaign, a move back to his parent club before next summer seems to be the sole viable outcome.

Kenan Yildiz

The exciting Turkey forward is in fine form for the Italian giants this term. As his existing contract running down, a host of English clubs – including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the developments. Juventus are eager to secure the youngster to a new long-term contract but are in a race to keep one of the continent's most promising prospects.

K. Smit

This much-admired Netherlands teenage midfielder has earned comparisons to a Belgian superstar for his style of play. After starring at the U19 Euros, Smit has become a regular in the AZ side. The teenager is heavily tipped to complete a big-money transfer in January. Newcastle United reportedly are leading the chase, but could face strong rivalry from Real Madrid for a signing valued at approximately twenty-two million pounds.