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The January recruitment period is always a time of significant speculation and possible big-money transfers. A number of prominent players are being linked with transfers away from their current clubs. We examine a selection of the top names who could be changing clubs this month.

A. Semenyo

Despite the Black Stars' inability to reach the AFCON, this has left the forward available, indications are a major move is imminent. The 25-year-old possesses a deal featuring a substantial release clause applicable for a short period in early January. Recent developments indicate the Premier League champions have emerged as his services. Former interested parties such as Tottenham and Chelsea reportedly have turned their attention to other options, potentially opening the door for teams such as Liverpool or Manchester United to attempt a last-minute move.

Marc Guéhi

The England centre-back has excel for Crystal Palace despite a previous transfer to Anfield falling through. With his contract due to expire in the close season, this represents the London club's final opportunity to secure a transfer fee for their skipper. A host of elite clubs, including Manchester City and several European giants like Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, are believed to be interested. However, a January departure is considered unlikely, particularly given the manager's reliance on the player.

Brennan Johnson

The Wales forward has had first-team opportunities limited at Spurs this term. Although finishing as the club's top scorer last season, he has started just a small number of league matches. It is understood the London club would be willing to consider a transfer for the right price, thought to be in the around forty million pounds. The Cherries are currently leading the chase, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally credited with an interest.

Spurs value Brennan Johnson at approximately forty million pounds.

Rúben Neves

The Portugal playmaker might be set for a comeback to the English top flight following a spell in Saudi Arabia. Now just twenty-eight, and with his contract ending in the summer, he represents a possible bargain. Teams like Liverpool and Manchester United are connected to the player. Furthermore, there have been suggestions from Spanish media that he would be prepared to accept a pay cut for a move to Real Madrid.

Marc-André ter Stegen

This veteran German shot-stopper is now as the third option at Barça following new manager Flick. Having lost his place and undergone surgery, a winter exit seems highly likely. Villa were once linked as a potential destination, but that move currently seems off. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be showing interest in the keeper.

Ivan Toney

The prolific England striker has continued finding the net frequently in Saudi Arabia. A return to the Premier League might boost his fading hopes of making the England World Cup. However, arranging a deal presents major challenges. His current club are reluctant to part with him, and his alleged huge weekly wages render any move complicated. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all mentioned as admirers.

The striker helped Al-Ahli to victory in the domestic cup showpiece.

C. Gallagher

This dynamic midfielder attracted considerable attention in the summer but stayed at Atlético. With limited starting appearances in Spain this term, he is keen to secure more minutes ahead of the World Cup. United have been strongly linked, and a move back to Crystal Palace, a club he shone on a temporary deal, remains a possibility, though wage demands might prove a stumbling block.

Harvey Elliott

Despite starring and winning the best player award at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, the young midfielder has struggled for game time during his loan spell at Villa. The manager has confirmed the temporary transfer won't be made permanent. Due to specific rules about representing multiple teams in a campaign, a move back to his parent club prior to next season seems to be the only viable solution.

K. Yildiz

This highly-rated Turkish attacker has been in excellent form for the Italian giants this term. As his current deal nearing its end, many English sides – such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are keeping tabs on the developments. The Turin club are desperate to tie down the 20-year-old to a lengthy agreement but face a race to retain one of Europe's brightest young talents.

K. Smit

This much-admired Dutch midfielder has drawn comparisons to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. Following starring at the Under-19 European Championship, he has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar side. This 19-year-old is widely tipped to make a major transfer this month. Newcastle are believed to be frontrunners, but could face strong rivalry from the Spanish champions for a signing valued at approximately £22 million.