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This January transfer market proves to be a time of intense rumour and possible big-money deals. Numerous high-profile players are being connected to moves away from their present clubs. Here is a look at some of the key names that could be on the move this month.

Antoine Semenyo

Despite Ghana's inability to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations, this has kept the forward in contention, it appears an important move is close. This 25-year-old possesses a contract featuring a substantial release clause applicable for a two-week window in early January. Recent developments indicate the Premier League champions look to have won the race for his signature. Other suitors like Tottenham and Chelsea reportedly have moved on to other options, leaving teams like Liverpool or Manchester United to make a last-minute move.

Marc Guéhi

This England defender has continued to excel for Palace this season a summer move to Anfield collapsing. As his contract set to run out in the close season, January is the club's last chance to secure a fee for their skipper. A host of elite sides, including City and multiple European giants including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to hold an interest. However, a winter exit remains difficult, especially given the coach's reliance on the player.

Brennan Johnson

This Welsh forward has found first-team minutes limited at Spurs this term. Although being the club's top scorer last season, he has started only a handful of Premier League games. Reports suggest the North London club would be open to a sale for the right valuation, believed to be in the region of forty million pounds. Bournemouth appear to be at the front of the queue, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally credited with an inquiry.

Spurs value Brennan Johnson at around £40m.

R. Neves

The Portugal midfielder could be poised for a comeback to the Premier League after a spell in Saudi Arabia. Still only 28, while his agreement ending in the summer, he is a possible bargain. Teams like Manchester United and Liverpool are connected to the former Wolves man. Additionally, there have been rumours from Spain that he would be prepared to accept a reduced salary for a move to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

This experienced German goalkeeper is now as third-choice at Barcelona under new coach Flick. Having lost his place and had surgery, a winter exit looks highly probable. Aston Villa were initially linked as a potential suitor, but that move now appears off. Instead, interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be expressing curiosity in the 33-year-old.

Ivan Toney

This proven England centre-forward has kept finding the net regularly in the Middle East. Coming back to the Premier League could boost his dwindling chances of being in the England squad. But, arranging a deal poses major challenges. His current club do not wish to sell him, and his alleged enormous salary make any agreement complicated. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United are all linked as admirers.

Ivan Toney helped his Saudi club to victory in the Saudi Super Cup final.

Conor Gallagher

The dynamic midfielder drew widespread interest in the summer but stayed at Atlético. With limited starts in La Liga this term, he may be keen to find more playing time ahead of the tournament. United are heavily linked, and a move back to Crystal Palace, a club he shone on a temporary deal, remains a possibility, though financial constraints could prove a problem.

H. Elliott

Although starring and winning the best player award at the U21 Euros in the summer, this talented midfielder has struggled for minutes during his loan spell at Villa. Unai Emery has confirmed the temporary transfer will not be made permanent. Because of FIFA regulations about playing for multiple teams in a campaign, a return to Liverpool before next season appears to be the sole viable solution.

K. Yildiz

This exciting Turkey attacker has been in fine form for the Italian giants this season. With his current deal nearing its end, many English sides – including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the situation. The Turin club are eager to secure the youngster to a lengthy agreement but face a race to keep one of Europe's most promising prospects.

K. Smit

The highly-touted Netherlands teenage midfielder has earned parallels to a Belgian superstar for his style of play. Following impressing at the Under-19 European Championship, he has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar first team. The teenager is heavily expected to make a big-money transfer this month. Newcastle reportedly are frontrunners, but are facing strong rivalry from Real Madrid for a deal priced at around £22 million.