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This January recruitment period proves to be a period of significant rumour and possible big-money deals. A number of notable players find themselves connected to transfers out of their current teams. We examine some of the major names that are poised to be on the move this month.

Antoine Semenyo

Although the Black Stars' failure to qualify for the AFCON, this has kept the player in contention, it appears a significant transfer is imminent. This Bournemouth attacker possesses a contract featuring a sizeable buy-out clause applicable for a two-week period in early January. Recent reports suggest the Premier League champions are now the frontrunners for his services. Other suitors such as Chelsea and Tottenham reportedly have moved on to other options, potentially opening the door for teams such as Manchester United or Liverpool to make a late bid.

M. Guéhi

The England defender has impress for Palace this season a previous move to Anfield falling through. With his contract set to run out in the summer, this represents the club's last opportunity to secure a transfer fee for their skipper. Numerous elite clubs, including City and multiple European giants including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly be interested. Yet, a January exit remains unlikely, especially given the manager's dependence on the player.

B. Johnson

The Welsh winger has had starting opportunities limited at Tottenham this campaign. Despite finishing as the side's top scorer the previous campaign, he has begun just a handful of league games. Reports suggest the North London club would be open to a transfer for the correct valuation, believed to be in the around forty million pounds. Bournemouth appear to be at the front of the queue, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford also credited with an interest.

Tottenham value Brennan Johnson at around forty million pounds.

R. Neves

The Portugal midfielder could be set for a return to the English top flight following a period in Saudi Arabia. Now only twenty-eight, while his agreement ending in the summer, he is a possible bargain. Clubs such as Liverpool and Manchester United are connected to the former Wolves man. Furthermore, there are rumours from Spain that he would be willing to accept a pay cut for a move to Real Madrid.

M. ter Stegen

This experienced Germany shot-stopper finds himself as third-choice at Barcelona under the manager Hansi Flick. Having fallen out of favour and had an operation, a winter departure seems increasingly probable. Aston Villa were once linked as a possible destination, but that move now appears off. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be expressing interest in the 33-year-old.

I. Toney

The prolific English centre-forward has kept finding the net regularly in Saudi Arabia. Coming back to the Premier League could enhance his dwindling hopes of being in the England squad. But, securing a transfer poses significant hurdles. Al-Ahli do not wish to part with him, and his alleged enormous salary render any move difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been mentioned as admirers.

The striker was instrumental as his Saudi club to victory in the Saudi Super Cup showpiece.

C. Gallagher

This energetic English midfielder attracted widespread attention in the off-season but stayed at Atlético. With few starts in Spain this season, he is eager to find more playing time ahead of the World Cup. United have been strongly connected, and a move back to Crystal Palace, where he excelled on loan, is also a option, although financial constraints might be a problem.

H. Elliott

Although starring and winning player of the tournament at the U21 Euros last summer, this talented midfielder has found it tough for minutes on loan at Aston Villa. The manager has stated the temporary transfer won't be made permanent. Because of specific rules about playing for multiple teams in a season, a move back to his parent club before next summer appears to be the only available outcome.

K. Yildiz

The highly-rated Turkish attacker has been in fine form for the Italian giants this term. As his current contract running down, a host of Premier League sides – including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are keeping tabs on the developments. The Turin club are desperate to tie down the youngster to a lengthy contract but are in a race to retain one of the continent's brightest young talents.

Kees Smit

The highly-touted Dutch teenage midfielder has drawn comparisons to Kevin De Bruyne for his playing style. Following impressing at the U19 Euros, Smit has become a regular in the AZ first team. The 19-year-old is widely tipped to make a big-money move in January. Newcastle United reportedly are frontrunners, but are facing strong rivalry from the Spanish champions for a deal valued at approximately twenty-two million pounds.