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This January transfer window proves to be a period of feverish speculation and possible major transfers. Numerous notable players are being linked with moves away from their present clubs. Here is a look at a selection of the key names that could be changing clubs this month.

Antoine Semenyo

Despite the Black Stars' failure to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations, this has kept the player available, indications are an important move is imminent. The 25-year-old has a contract featuring a sizeable buy-out clause applicable for a short period in early January. Recent developments indicate the Premier League champions have emerged as his signature. Other suitors like Chelsea and Tottenham reportedly have moved on to alternative options, leaving clubs like Liverpool or Manchester United to attempt a late bid.

M. Guéhi

The English centre-back has excel for Palace despite a summer move to Liverpool falling through. As his contract set to run out in the summer, this represents the club's last chance to secure a transfer fee for their skipper. A host of elite sides, including Manchester City and several European giants like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly be interested. However, a January exit is considered unlikely, particularly given the coach's dependence on the player.

B. Johnson

The Welsh winger has had first-team opportunities hard to come by at Spurs this campaign. Despite being the club's top scorer last season, Johnson has started just a small number of league matches. It is understood the North London club is willing to consider a sale for the correct valuation, believed to be in the around forty million pounds. Bournemouth appear to be at the front of the queue, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally showing an interest.

Tottenham rate the Welsh international at approximately £40m.

Rúben Neves

This Portuguese midfielder could be set for a return to the Premier League following a period in Saudi Arabia. Now only 28, and with his contract expiring in the summer, he represents a potential opportunity. Clubs like Manchester United and Liverpool have been linked with the former Wolves man. Furthermore, there are suggestions from Spain that he would be prepared to accept a reduced salary for a move to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

The experienced German shot-stopper finds himself as the third option at Barcelona under the manager Hansi Flick. After fallen out of favour and had an operation, a January departure seems highly probable. Aston Villa were once linked as a potential suitor, but that move currently seems off. Instead, interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be expressing curiosity in the 33-year-old.

I. Toney

This proven England striker has kept scoring regularly in Saudi Arabia. Coming back to the Premier League might boost his dwindling hopes of being in the England World Cup. But, arranging a transfer poses major hurdles. His current club do not wish to part with him, and his alleged enormous weekly wages make any agreement complicated. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton have all been mentioned as admirers.

Ivan Toney helped Al-Ahli to a win in the domestic cup showpiece.

C. Gallagher

The dynamic midfielder attracted widespread attention in the off-season but stayed at Atlético Madrid. With limited starting appearances in Spain this season, he is eager to secure more playing time ahead of the tournament. United are heavily connected, and a move back to Selhurst Park, a club he shone on a temporary deal, remains a option, although wage constraints might prove a stumbling block.

Harvey Elliott

Although excelling and being named player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, the talented midfielder has found it tough for minutes on loan at Aston Villa. The manager has stated the temporary transfer will not be made permanent. Due to specific rules about playing for multiple teams in a season, a move back to his parent club prior to next season seems to be the only viable outcome.

K. Yildiz

The highly-rated Turkey attacker is in fine form for Juventus this season. With his current deal running down, a host of English clubs – such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are keeping tabs on the situation. Juventus are desperate to secure the youngster to a new long-term agreement but face a race to keep one of Europe's most promising young talents.

K. Smit

The highly-touted Dutch midfielder has earned parallels to a Belgian superstar for his playing style. Following starring at the U19 Euros, he has broken into the AZ Alkmaar side. The 19-year-old is widely tipped to complete a big-money move in January. Newcastle reportedly are leading the chase, but could face strong rivalry from the Spanish champions for a deal priced at around twenty-two million pounds.