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The January transfer window is typically a time of intense rumour and potential big-money deals. Numerous prominent players are being linked with moves out of their current clubs. Here is a look at a selection of the major names who might be changing clubs this month.

Antoine Semenyo

Although Ghana's failure to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations, this has kept the player available, reports suggest an important move is imminent. The 25-year-old has a deal featuring a £65 million release clause active for a two-week window in early January. Latest reports point to the Premier League champions look to have won the race for his signature. Former suitors like Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have turned their attention to alternative options, leaving teams like Liverpool or Manchester United to make a late move.

M. Guéhi

The English defender has impress for Palace despite a summer move to Anfield collapsing. With his contract set to expire in the close season, this represents the London club's final opportunity to secure a fee for their skipper. Numerous elite sides, such as Manchester City and several continental powerhouses including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly hold an interest. However, a January exit is considered difficult, particularly given the coach's dependence on the player.

B. Johnson

The Wales winger has found starting opportunities limited at Spurs this campaign. Despite finishing as the side's top scorer the previous campaign, Johnson has begun just a small number of Premier League matches. It is understood the London club is willing to consider a transfer for the right valuation, thought to be in the around £40 million. Bournemouth appear to be leading the chase, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally showing an interest.

Spurs value the Welsh international at approximately £40m.

R. Neves

The Portuguese playmaker might be set for a return to the Premier League after a period in Saudi Arabia. Still just 28, and with his agreement ending in the summer, he represents a possible bargain. Teams like Manchester United and Liverpool have been connected to the player. Furthermore, there are suggestions from Spain that he is prepared to accept a pay cut for a move to the Spanish giants.

Marc-André ter Stegen

The experienced German shot-stopper is now as third-choice at Barça following the manager Hansi Flick. Having lost his place and had surgery, a winter departure looks increasingly probable. Villa were once linked as a possible destination, but that move currently seems unlikely. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are reportedly expressing curiosity in the keeper.

I. Toney

The proven English centre-forward has continued scoring frequently in Saudi Arabia. A return to the Premier League could boost his fading hopes of being in the national squad. But, securing a transfer presents major challenges. His current club do not wish to part with him, and his alleged huge weekly wages make any move difficult. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton have all been mentioned as admirers.

Ivan Toney was instrumental as Al-Ahli to victory in the Saudi Super Cup final.

C. Gallagher

The energetic English midfielder drew considerable interest in the off-season but stayed at Atlético Madrid. With few starts in La Liga this term, he may be keen to secure more minutes ahead of the World Cup. Manchester United are strongly connected, and a move back to Crystal Palace, where he shone on loan, is also a possibility, although wage constraints could be a stumbling block.

H. Elliott

Although starring and winning the best player award at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, the young player has found it tough for game time during his loan spell at Villa. Unai Emery has stated the loan move will not become permanent. Because of FIFA regulations about representing multiple teams in a campaign, a move back to his parent club before next summer appears to be the only viable outcome.

Kenan Yildiz

The exciting Turkish forward has been in fine form for Juventus this term. With his existing deal running down, many English clubs – including Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are monitoring the developments. The Turin club are desperate to secure the 20-year-old to a lengthy contract but face a battle to retain one of the continent's brightest young talents.

Kees Smit

This highly-touted Netherlands teenage midfielder has earned parallels to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. After impressing at the U19 Euros, he has broken into the AZ Alkmaar side. This 19-year-old is heavily expected to make a big-money transfer this month. Newcastle United are believed to be frontrunners, but are facing stiff rivalry from the Spanish champions for a signing valued at approximately twenty-two million pounds.