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The January transfer window is always a time of feverish rumour and potential big-money moves. A number of high-profile stars find themselves connected to moves away from their current teams. Here is a look at a selection of the major names that might be on the move this month.

Antoine Semenyo

Despite Ghana's failure to qualify for the AFCON, this has kept the player available, indications are a major transfer is close. This 25-year-old has a deal featuring a sizeable release clause active for a two-week period at the start of the month. Recent developments indicate the Premier League champions have emerged as his signature. Former suitors like Chelsea and Tottenham reportedly have turned their attention to other targets, potentially opening the door for teams such as Liverpool or Manchester United to make a last-minute bid.

M. Guéhi

The England defender has impress for Crystal Palace this season a previous transfer to Liverpool falling through. As his contract set to run out in the summer, this represents the London club's final opportunity to secure a transfer fee for their captain. Numerous elite sides, such as Manchester City and several continental powerhouses including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to hold an interest. However, a January exit is considered difficult, especially given the coach's dependence on the defender.

B. Johnson

The Wales winger has had first-team minutes limited at Spurs this term. Despite being the side's top scorer the previous campaign, Johnson has started just a handful of Premier League matches. It is understood the London club would be willing to consider a sale for the right price, believed to be in the around forty million pounds. The Cherries appear to be at the front of the queue, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally showing an inquiry.

Spurs value Brennan Johnson at around forty million pounds.

Rúben Neves

This Portuguese midfielder might be set for a comeback to the English top flight following a period in Saudi Arabia. Now only twenty-eight, while his contract ending in the summer, he is a possible bargain. Teams such as Manchester United and Liverpool have been linked with the player. Additionally, there are suggestions from Spain that he would be willing to take a reduced salary for a switch to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

This veteran Germany goalkeeper is now as third-choice at Barcelona under the manager Hansi Flick. After lost his place and had surgery, a winter departure seems increasingly likely. Villa were once linked as a potential destination, but that move currently seems unlikely. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are reportedly expressing interest in the 33-year-old.

I. Toney

The proven England centre-forward has kept finding the net frequently in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League might enhance his fading hopes of making the England squad. However, arranging a transfer poses major challenges. Al-Ahli are reluctant to part with him, and his alleged huge salary render any move complicated. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been linked as admirers.

The striker helped Al-Ahli to a win in the Saudi Super Cup final.

C. Gallagher

The energetic midfielder drew widespread interest in the off-season but remained at Atlético. Having few starting appearances in La Liga this term, he is keen to secure more playing time ahead of the tournament. Manchester United have been strongly linked, and a move back to Selhurst Park, a club he excelled on a temporary deal, remains a option, though wage demands could prove a stumbling block.

Harvey Elliott

Although excelling and winning player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, this talented player has found it tough for minutes during his loan spell at Aston Villa. Unai Emery has stated the temporary transfer will not become permanent. Due to FIFA regulations about representing multiple teams in a campaign, a move back to his parent club prior to next summer seems to be the only viable outcome.

Kenan Yildiz

The highly-rated Turkey forward is in excellent form for Juventus this season. With his current deal nearing its end, many English clubs – including Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are monitoring the developments. Juventus are eager to tie down the youngster to a new long-term contract but face a battle to keep one of the continent's most promising prospects.

Kees Smit

This much-admired Netherlands teenage midfielder has earned parallels to a Belgian superstar for his playing style. Following impressing at the Under-19 European Championship, Smit has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar first team. This 19-year-old is widely tipped to complete a major move in January. Newcastle reportedly are frontrunners, but are facing strong competition from the Spanish champions for a deal priced at around twenty-two million pounds.