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This January transfer market is always a period of feverish speculation and possible big-money deals. A number of prominent footballers are being linked with transfers out of their current teams. Here is a look at a selection of the major names who could be on the move this month.

A. Semenyo

Despite the Black Stars' inability to qualify for the AFCON, which has left the forward available, it appears an important move is imminent. This 25-year-old has a deal with a £65 million release clause active for a brief period in early January. Latest reports indicate the Premier League champions look to have won the race for his signature. Former interested parties such as Chelsea and Tottenham reportedly have turned their attention to other targets, potentially opening the door for teams like Manchester United or Liverpool to make a last-minute move.

M. Guéhi

The England defender has impress for Crystal Palace this season a previous move to Liverpool falling through. With his contract set to run out in the summer, January is the London club's last opportunity to secure a transfer fee for their skipper. Numerous top clubs, including Manchester City and multiple European giants including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to be interested. However, a January exit remains difficult, particularly given the coach's reliance on the defender.

Brennan Johnson

This Wales winger has found first-team opportunities hard to come by at Spurs this term. Despite finishing as the club's leading goalscorer last season, he has begun only a handful of Premier League games. It is understood the London club is open to a sale for the right valuation, believed to be in the region of forty million pounds. Bournemouth appear to be leading the chase, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford also showing an interest.

Spurs rate the Welsh international at around forty million pounds.

R. Neves

This Portugal midfielder might be poised for a return to the Premier League following a period in the Saudi Pro League. Now just twenty-eight, and with his agreement expiring in the summer, he represents a possible opportunity. Teams such as Liverpool and Manchester United have been connected to the former Wolves man. Additionally, there have been suggestions from Spain that he would be prepared to take a pay cut for a switch to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

The veteran German shot-stopper finds himself as third-choice at Barça following the coach Hansi Flick. Having lost his place and had surgery, a winter exit seems highly likely. Aston Villa were once linked as a possible suitor, but that move now appears off. Instead, interest from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be showing curiosity in the keeper.

I. Toney

The prolific English centre-forward has kept scoring regularly in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League might enhance his fading chances of making the England World Cup. However, arranging a deal presents significant challenges. His current club are reluctant to sell him, and his reported huge salary render any agreement difficult. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton have all been linked as interested parties.

The striker helped his Saudi club to a win in the Saudi Super Cup final.

C. Gallagher

The dynamic English midfielder attracted considerable interest in the summer but remained at Atlético. With limited starting appearances in Spain this term, he is eager 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 loan, remains a option, though financial demands could be a stumbling block.

H. Elliott

Although starring and being named the best player award at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, the young midfielder has found it tough for game time during his loan spell at Aston Villa. The manager has confirmed the temporary transfer won't be made permanent. Due to specific rules about representing multiple teams in a season, a move back to Liverpool before next summer appears to be the sole viable outcome.

K. Yildiz

This exciting Turkey attacker is in excellent form for Juventus this season. With his current deal nearing its end, a host of Premier League clubs – including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are keeping tabs on the developments. Juventus are desperate to secure the 20-year-old to a new long-term agreement but face a battle to retain one of Europe's brightest young talents.

Kees Smit

The much-admired Netherlands teenage midfielder has drawn comparisons to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. After impressing at the Under-19 European Championship, he has become a regular in the AZ first team. This teenager is widely tipped to complete a major transfer this month. Newcastle are believed to be leading the chase, but are facing strong competition from Real Madrid for a signing valued at approximately twenty-two million pounds.