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This January transfer market is typically a period of feverish speculation and possible major deals. Several prominent footballers find themselves linked with moves away from their present teams. Here is a look at a selection of the major names who are poised to be changing clubs in January.

A. Semenyo

Although the Black Stars' inability to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations, which has kept the player available, reports suggest a significant transfer is imminent. The 25-year-old has a contract with a £65 million release clause active for a two-week period at the start of the month. Latest developments point to the Premier League champions are now the frontrunners for his signature. Former suitors such as Chelsea and Tottenham reportedly have moved on to alternative targets, potentially opening the door for clubs like Manchester United or Liverpool to attempt a last-minute bid.

M. Guéhi

The England centre-back has excel for Crystal Palace despite a summer move to Anfield collapsing. With his contract due to expire in the summer, this represents the London club's final chance to obtain a fee for their captain. Numerous top sides, such as City and several continental powerhouses including Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, are believed to be interested. However, a January departure is considered unlikely, particularly given the manager's reliance on the player.

Brennan Johnson

This Wales winger has had starting opportunities hard to come by at Spurs this campaign. Although being the club's leading goalscorer last season, he has begun just a small number of Premier League matches. It is understood the North London club would be willing to consider a transfer for the right valuation, believed to be in the around £40 million. The Cherries appear to be leading the chase, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace also showing an inquiry.

Tottenham rate Brennan Johnson at around forty million pounds.

R. Neves

This Portugal playmaker could be poised for a return to the Premier League after a period in the Saudi Pro League. Still only twenty-eight, while his contract ending in the summer, he is a possible opportunity. Clubs such as Manchester United and Liverpool are linked with the former Wolves man. Furthermore, there are suggestions from Spanish media that he would be prepared to accept a reduced salary for a switch to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

This veteran Germany shot-stopper finds himself as third-choice at Barcelona following the coach Flick. After lost his place and undergone surgery, a winter departure seems highly likely. Aston Villa were once linked as a possible suitor, but that move currently seems off. Instead, interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be showing curiosity in the keeper.

Ivan Toney

This prolific England striker has kept finding the net frequently in Saudi Arabia. A return to the Premier League could boost his dwindling chances of being in the national squad. However, arranging a transfer poses major challenges. His current club do not wish to sell him, and his reported enormous salary render any agreement complicated. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United are all linked as interested parties.

The striker was instrumental as his Saudi club to a win in the domestic cup final.

Conor Gallagher

The dynamic English midfielder attracted considerable interest in the summer but remained at Atlético. Having limited starting appearances in La Liga this season, he is eager to secure more minutes ahead of the tournament. Manchester United are heavily connected, and a move back to Selhurst Park, a club he shone on a temporary deal, is also a possibility, although wage demands might prove a problem.

H. Elliott

Despite excelling and winning player of the tournament at the U21 Euros in the summer, the young player has found it tough for game time during his loan spell at Villa. Unai Emery has stated the temporary transfer won't be made permanent. Due to specific rules regarding playing for two clubs in a campaign, a return to his parent club prior to next summer appears to be the sole viable solution.

Kenan Yildiz

This highly-rated Turkey attacker has been in fine form for the Italian giants this season. With his existing deal nearing its end, many Premier League clubs – such as Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the situation. The Turin club are desperate to tie down the youngster to a lengthy agreement but are in a battle to keep one of Europe's most promising young talents.

Kees Smit

This highly-touted Dutch teenage midfielder has drawn parallels to a Belgian superstar for his style of play. Following impressing at the Under-19 European Championship, he has become a regular in the AZ first team. The 19-year-old is heavily expected to complete a big-money transfer in January. Newcastle reportedly are frontrunners, but could face stiff competition from the Spanish champions for a deal priced at approximately twenty-two million pounds.