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The January recruitment period proves to be a time of significant rumour and potential major transfers. Several notable stars are being linked with moves out of their present teams. This article explores a selection of the major figures who could be changing clubs in January.

A. Semenyo

Although Ghana's inability to reach the AFCON, which has kept the player in contention, indications are an important move is imminent. This 25-year-old possesses a contract featuring a substantial buy-out clause active for a brief period at the start of the month. Recent developments indicate the Premier League champions are now the frontrunners for his signature. Former interested parties such as Tottenham and Chelsea are said to have moved on to other targets, leaving clubs like Manchester United or Liverpool to make a last-minute move.

M. Guéhi

The English defender has continued to impress for Crystal Palace this season a summer move to Liverpool collapsing. As his contract set to expire in the summer, this represents the club's last opportunity to secure a transfer fee for their captain. A host of top sides, such as Manchester City and multiple continental powerhouses including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to be interested. However, a January exit is considered unlikely, especially given the manager's reliance on the defender.

Brennan Johnson

The Wales winger has had starting minutes limited at Spurs this campaign. Although finishing as the side's top scorer last season, he has started only a small number of Premier League games. Reports suggest the London outfit is willing to consider a sale for the correct price, thought to be in the region of £40 million. Bournemouth appear to be leading the chase, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally showing an interest.

Spurs value the Welsh international at approximately forty million pounds.

Rúben Neves

The Portugal playmaker could be poised for a return to the English top flight after a period in Saudi Arabia. Still only twenty-eight, and with his contract ending in the summer of 2026, he represents a potential opportunity. Clubs such as Manchester United and Liverpool have been linked with the former Wolves man. Furthermore, there are suggestions from Spanish media that he is willing to accept a pay cut for a switch to Real Madrid.

M. ter Stegen

This veteran German shot-stopper finds himself as the third option at Barça following the coach Hansi Flick. After fallen out of favour and undergone an operation, a January exit seems highly probable. Villa were once linked as a possible suitor, but that move currently seems off. Instead, interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are reportedly showing curiosity in the 33-year-old.

Ivan Toney

This proven English centre-forward has kept scoring regularly in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League could enhance his dwindling hopes of being in the national squad. However, securing a transfer presents major hurdles. His current club are reluctant to sell him, and his reported enormous weekly wages render any move difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been linked as admirers.

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

Conor Gallagher

The dynamic midfielder attracted widespread attention in the summer but stayed at Atlético Madrid. Having few starts in Spain this term, he may be eager to secure more minutes ahead of the tournament. United have been strongly connected, and a return to Selhurst Park, where he excelled on loan, is also a possibility, though financial constraints could be a stumbling block.

Harvey Elliott

Although starring and winning player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, this young midfielder has struggled for game time during his loan spell at Aston Villa. The manager has stated the loan move won't become permanent. Because of FIFA regulations regarding playing for multiple teams in a season, a return to Liverpool prior to next season appears to be the only viable solution.

Kenan Yildiz

The highly-rated Turkish forward is in fine form for Juventus this term. As his current contract running down, a host of English clubs – including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are keeping tabs on the situation. Juventus are eager to secure the 20-year-old to a new long-term agreement but face a battle to retain one of the continent's most promising prospects.

Kees Smit

The highly-touted Netherlands midfielder has drawn comparisons to Kevin De Bruyne for his playing style. After impressing at the Under-19 European Championship, he has broken into the AZ Alkmaar side. The teenager is heavily expected to complete a major move this month. Newcastle are believed to be frontrunners, but could face stiff rivalry from the Spanish champions for a signing priced at around £22 million.