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The January transfer window is always a period of significant speculation and possible big-money deals. Several high-profile footballers find themselves linked with moves out of their present clubs. We examine a selection of the key names who might be changing clubs in January.

Antoine Semenyo

Although Ghana's failure to qualify for the AFCON, this has left the forward in contention, it appears a significant transfer is imminent. The Bournemouth attacker possesses a contract featuring a sizeable buy-out clause active for a two-week period in early January. Latest reports indicate the Premier League champions look to have won the race for his services. Other suitors such as Tottenham and Chelsea reportedly have turned their attention to alternative targets, potentially opening the door for clubs such as Liverpool or Manchester United to make a last-minute bid.

Marc Guéhi

This England centre-back has excel for Crystal Palace this season a summer transfer to Anfield falling through. As his contract set to run out in the summer, this represents the London club's last opportunity to secure a transfer fee for their skipper. A host of elite sides, such as City and multiple continental powerhouses including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly be interested. Yet, a winter departure remains unlikely, especially given the manager's dependence on the player.

B. Johnson

The Welsh winger has had starting minutes limited at Tottenham this campaign. Despite finishing as the side's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, Johnson has begun only a small number of league matches. It is understood the North London club would be open to a sale for the right valuation, believed to be in the around £40 million. The Cherries appear to be leading the chase, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford also credited with an interest.

Tottenham value the Welsh international at approximately forty million pounds.

R. Neves

This Portugal playmaker could be set for a return to the Premier League following a spell in Saudi Arabia. Now only twenty-eight, while his contract expiring in the summer, he is a possible opportunity. Clubs like Manchester United and Liverpool are connected to the former Wolves man. Additionally, there are suggestions from Spanish media that he would be willing to take a pay cut for a move to Real Madrid.

M. ter Stegen

The veteran Germany goalkeeper is now as the third option at Barça following new coach Flick. Having lost his place and undergone an operation, a winter exit looks increasingly probable. Aston Villa were initially mentioned as a possible destination, but that move currently seems off. Instead, interest from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are reportedly showing curiosity in the 33-year-old.

I. Toney

The prolific English striker has continued finding the net regularly in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League might enhance his fading chances of being in the England squad. But, securing a deal presents major challenges. Al-Ahli are reluctant to part with him, and his alleged enormous salary render any agreement difficult. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton have all been linked as admirers.

Ivan Toney helped his Saudi club to a win in the domestic cup final.

Conor Gallagher

The energetic midfielder drew considerable attention in the summer but stayed at Atlético Madrid. With limited starting appearances in Spain this season, he is eager to find more playing time ahead of the World Cup. Manchester United have been heavily connected, and a return to Selhurst Park, a club he shone on loan, is also a option, though wage demands could prove a problem.

H. Elliott

Despite starring and being named the best player award at the U21 Euros in the summer, the talented player has struggled for game time on loan at Aston Villa. The manager has confirmed the temporary transfer won't become permanent. Due to specific rules about playing for multiple teams in a season, a move back to Liverpool prior to next season seems to be the sole available outcome.

K. Yildiz

The exciting Turkey attacker is in fine form for Juventus this season. With his existing contract nearing its end, many English clubs – such as Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are keeping tabs on the developments. Juventus are desperate to tie down the 20-year-old to a lengthy agreement but are in a race to retain one of Europe's brightest prospects.

Kees Smit

The much-admired Dutch teenage midfielder has drawn parallels to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. Following impressing at the Under-19 European Championship, Smit has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar first team. The teenager is widely expected to make a big-money move this month. Newcastle are believed to be frontrunners, but could face stiff rivalry from Real Madrid for a signing valued at approximately £22 million.