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This January recruitment period proves to be a time of intense rumour and potential big-money moves. Numerous notable footballers are being connected to moves away from their present clubs. We examine a selection of the major figures that are poised to be changing clubs in January.

A. Semenyo

Despite Ghana's failure to reach the AFCON, which has kept the forward in contention, indications are an important move is imminent. The 25-year-old possesses a contract with a £65 million release clause active for a short period at the start of the month. Recent developments indicate the Premier League champions are now the frontrunners for his services. Former suitors like Tottenham and Chelsea are said to have moved on to other targets, leaving clubs like Liverpool or Manchester United to attempt a late move.

M. Guéhi

This England defender has impress for Palace despite a summer move to Anfield falling through. With his deal due to run out in the close season, this represents the London club's final opportunity to obtain a fee for their skipper. Numerous top sides, including Manchester City and several continental powerhouses like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly be interested. Yet, a winter exit remains difficult, especially given the coach's reliance on the defender.

Brennan Johnson

This Welsh winger has had starting minutes hard to come by at Spurs this term. Despite being the side's top scorer the previous campaign, he has begun just a small number of Premier League matches. It is understood the London club would be open to a sale for the correct price, thought to be in the region of forty million pounds. The Cherries are currently at the front of the queue, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford also credited with an inquiry.

Spurs value Brennan Johnson at approximately forty million pounds.

Rúben Neves

The Portuguese playmaker might be set for a return to the English top flight following a period in the Saudi Pro League. Still just 28, while his contract ending in the summer, he is a possible opportunity. Teams such as Manchester United and Liverpool have been linked with the former Wolves man. Furthermore, there are suggestions from Spain that he would be willing to take a reduced salary for a switch to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

This veteran Germany goalkeeper is now as the third option at Barça following the manager Hansi Flick. After lost his place and had surgery, a winter exit looks increasingly likely. Villa were once mentioned as a potential destination, but that move currently seems off. Instead, interest from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are reportedly expressing interest in the 33-year-old.

Ivan Toney

The prolific England striker has continued scoring regularly in the Middle East. Coming back to the Premier League might boost his dwindling hopes of making the England World Cup. But, arranging a transfer presents major hurdles. Al-Ahli do not wish to part with him, and his reported huge weekly wages make any agreement difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United are all linked as admirers.

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

Conor Gallagher

The energetic midfielder drew widespread interest in the off-season but stayed at Atlético Madrid. Having few starts in Spain this term, he may be keen to find more minutes ahead of the World Cup. United have been heavily connected, and a move back to Crystal Palace, a club he excelled on loan, is also a option, although wage demands could prove a problem.

Harvey Elliott

Although starring and being named player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, the talented player has struggled for game time during his loan spell at Villa. The manager has stated the temporary transfer won't become permanent. Because of specific rules about representing multiple teams in a campaign, a move back to Liverpool prior to next summer appears to be the only viable solution.

Kenan Yildiz

This exciting Turkey attacker is in fine form for the Italian giants this season. As his current contract running down, a host of Premier League clubs – including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the situation. The Turin club are desperate to tie down the youngster to a lengthy contract but face a race to keep one of the continent's most promising prospects.

Kees Smit

This much-admired Netherlands midfielder has drawn parallels to a Belgian superstar for his playing style. After starring at the Under-19 European Championship, Smit has become a regular in the AZ first team. The teenager is widely tipped to make a major move in January. Newcastle United reportedly are frontrunners, but could face stiff rivalry from Real Madrid for a deal valued at approximately twenty-two million pounds.