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This January transfer market is always a time of significant rumour and potential big-money moves. Several high-profile stars find themselves linked with transfers away from their present teams. We examine a selection of the key names that are poised to be changing clubs in January.

Antoine Semenyo

Although Ghana's inability to qualify for the AFCON, which has kept the forward in contention, indications are a major move is close. This Bournemouth attacker possesses a deal featuring a substantial buy-out clause active for a short period in early January. Latest developments suggest Manchester City look to have won the race for his signature. Other interested parties like Tottenham and Chelsea are said to have moved on to alternative targets, potentially opening the door for clubs such as Liverpool or Manchester United to make a late bid.

M. Guéhi

The England defender has impress for Palace this season a summer transfer to Anfield falling through. As his deal set to run out in the close season, January is the London club's last opportunity to obtain a transfer fee for their skipper. A host of elite sides, including Manchester City and multiple continental powerhouses like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly be interested. Yet, a winter departure remains difficult, particularly given the manager's reliance on the player.

B. Johnson

This Welsh winger has had starting opportunities hard to come by at Spurs this term. Although being the side's top scorer last season, he has begun just a handful of Premier League matches. It is understood the London outfit would be willing to consider a sale for the correct price, thought to be in the region of forty million pounds. Bournemouth are currently leading the chase, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace also showing an interest.

Tottenham rate the Welsh international at around £40m.

R. Neves

This Portugal midfielder might be poised for a return to the Premier League after a period in the Saudi Pro League. Still just twenty-eight, and with his contract ending in the summer, he represents a possible bargain. Clubs like Liverpool and Manchester United have been linked with the player. Furthermore, there have been suggestions from Spain that he would be willing to accept a reduced salary for a switch to Real Madrid.

Marc-André ter Stegen

This veteran German shot-stopper finds himself as third-choice at Barça following the manager Hansi Flick. Having lost his place and undergone surgery, a January departure looks highly likely. Villa were once linked as a possible destination, but that move now appears unlikely. Instead, clubs from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are reportedly expressing interest in the 33-year-old.

I. Toney

The proven England centre-forward has continued finding the net frequently in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League could boost his dwindling chances of making the England squad. But, securing a transfer presents significant hurdles. Al-Ahli are reluctant to part with him, and his reported enormous weekly wages make any move difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United are all mentioned as admirers.

Ivan Toney helped his Saudi club to victory in the Saudi Super Cup showpiece.

C. Gallagher

This energetic English midfielder drew considerable attention in the summer but remained at Atlético Madrid. Having limited starting appearances in La Liga this season, he is eager to secure more minutes ahead of the tournament. Manchester United have been heavily linked, and a return to Crystal Palace, where he shone on a temporary deal, is also a possibility, though financial demands might prove a stumbling block.

Harvey Elliott

Although starring and being named player of the tournament at the U21 Euros in the summer, the young midfielder has found it tough for game time during his loan spell at Aston Villa. Unai Emery has stated the temporary transfer will not become permanent. Because of specific rules regarding playing for two clubs in a season, a move back to his parent club prior to next season appears to be the only viable solution.

Kenan Yildiz

The highly-rated Turkey forward is in fine form for Juventus this season. With his current contract running down, many Premier League sides – including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are keeping tabs on the developments. Juventus are eager to tie down the youngster to a lengthy contract but are in a battle to retain one of Europe's most promising prospects.

Kees Smit

The much-admired Dutch teenage midfielder has earned comparisons to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. Following starring at the Under-19 European Championship, he has broken into the AZ Alkmaar side. This teenager is widely tipped to complete a major transfer in January. Newcastle are believed to be leading the chase, but are facing stiff competition from Real Madrid for a deal priced at approximately £22 million.