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This January transfer market is typically a time of intense rumour and possible big-money moves. Several notable footballers find themselves connected to transfers out of their current clubs. Here is a look at a selection of the top names that are poised to be changing clubs in January.

A. Semenyo

Despite Ghana's failure to qualify for the AFCON, which has left the forward in contention, reports suggest an important move is imminent. The Bournemouth attacker has a contract with a £65 million release clause applicable for a two-week period at the start of the month. Recent developments suggest Manchester City are now the frontrunners for his services. Former interested parties like Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have turned their attention to other options, leaving teams like Liverpool or Manchester United to make a late move.

Marc Guéhi

This England centre-back has impress for Crystal Palace this season a summer transfer to Liverpool collapsing. As his contract set to expire in the close season, this represents the London club's last chance to secure a fee for their captain. A host of top sides, such as City and several continental powerhouses including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly be interested. However, a January departure is considered difficult, especially given the manager's dependence on the defender.

Brennan Johnson

This Welsh winger has had starting opportunities hard to come by at Tottenham this term. Despite being the club's leading goalscorer last season, Johnson has started just a handful of Premier League games. It is understood the London outfit would be willing to consider a transfer for the right price, thought to be in the around £40 million. The Cherries are currently leading the chase, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally credited with an inquiry.

Spurs value the Welsh international at approximately forty million pounds.

Rúben Neves

This Portugal playmaker might be set for a return to the Premier League following a period in Saudi Arabia. Still only twenty-eight, while his contract expiring in the summer, he is a possible bargain. Clubs such as Manchester United and Liverpool are connected to the former Wolves man. Additionally, there are suggestions from Spanish media that he would be prepared to take a reduced salary for a move to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

This veteran German shot-stopper finds himself as third-choice at Barça under new coach Hansi Flick. After fallen out of favour and undergone surgery, a January exit looks increasingly probable. Villa were once mentioned as a potential suitor, but that move now appears off. Instead, interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are reportedly showing interest in the 33-year-old.

Ivan Toney

The prolific English centre-forward has kept scoring regularly in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League might enhance his dwindling hopes of making the national World Cup. However, arranging a transfer poses significant hurdles. His current club are reluctant to sell him, and his alleged enormous salary render any agreement difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been mentioned as admirers.

The striker helped his Saudi club to a win in the domestic cup showpiece.

Conor Gallagher

This energetic midfielder drew widespread attention in the summer but stayed at Atlético Madrid. Having limited starting appearances in La Liga this term, he is keen to find more minutes ahead of the World Cup. United have been heavily connected, and a move back to Selhurst Park, where he shone on a temporary deal, remains a option, although wage constraints might prove a problem.

H. Elliott

Despite excelling and being named player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, the young midfielder has found it tough for game time on loan at Aston Villa. Unai Emery has confirmed the loan move won't become permanent. Because of FIFA regulations regarding playing for two clubs in a season, a move back to his parent club prior to next summer appears to be the sole available solution.

Kenan Yildiz

The highly-rated Turkey attacker is in fine form for the Italian giants this term. With his current contract running down, many Premier League sides – such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are keeping tabs on the developments. The Turin club are eager to secure the 20-year-old to a new long-term contract but face a battle to keep one of Europe's most promising prospects.

Kees Smit

The highly-touted Dutch teenage midfielder has earned comparisons to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. After starring at the U19 Euros, he has broken into the AZ side. The teenager is widely tipped to make a major move in January. Newcastle reportedly are leading the chase, but are facing strong competition from the Spanish champions for a signing valued at around twenty-two million pounds.