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This January recruitment period is always a period of significant rumour and possible major deals. Numerous prominent players are being connected to transfers out of their current clubs. Here is a look at a selection of the top names who could be on the move in January.

Antoine Semenyo

Although Ghana's inability to reach the Africa Cup of Nations, this has kept the player available, indications are a significant transfer is imminent. This Bournemouth attacker has a deal with a sizeable release clause applicable for a two-week period in early January. Recent developments point to Manchester City have emerged as his signature. Former suitors like Chelsea and Tottenham reportedly have turned their attention to alternative options, potentially opening the door for clubs like Liverpool or Manchester United to make a late move.

Marc Guéhi

This England centre-back has continued to excel for Palace this season a summer transfer to Liverpool falling through. As his deal set to expire in the summer, this represents the London club's last chance to secure a transfer fee for their skipper. Numerous top clubs, such as City and several continental powerhouses like Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, reportedly hold an interest. Yet, a winter departure is considered difficult, particularly given the manager's dependence on the defender.

Brennan Johnson

The Welsh winger has found first-team minutes hard to come by at Spurs this campaign. Despite being the club's leading goalscorer last season, Johnson has begun just a handful of Premier League matches. Reports suggest the London outfit would be open to a transfer for the right valuation, thought to be in the around forty million pounds. The Cherries appear to be at the front of the queue, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford also showing an interest.

Spurs rate the Welsh international at approximately forty million pounds.

Rúben Neves

The Portuguese playmaker might be set for a comeback to the Premier League after a period in the Saudi Pro League. Now just 28, while his agreement ending in the summer, he represents a potential bargain. Teams like Manchester United and Liverpool are linked with the player. Additionally, there are suggestions from Spain that he would be prepared to take a reduced salary for a switch to the Spanish giants.

Marc-André ter Stegen

This veteran German shot-stopper finds himself as the third option at Barcelona following the manager Flick. After lost his place and had an operation, a January exit seems increasingly likely. Villa were once linked as a potential suitor, but that option now appears off. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be showing curiosity in the keeper.

Ivan Toney

The proven England centre-forward has kept finding the net regularly in Saudi Arabia. A return to the Premier League might boost his dwindling chances of being in the England World Cup. But, arranging a deal presents significant challenges. Al-Ahli do not wish to sell him, and his reported huge salary render any agreement difficult. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all linked as interested parties.

The striker helped his Saudi club to victory in the Saudi Super Cup showpiece.

Conor Gallagher

This dynamic midfielder attracted widespread interest in the summer but stayed at Atlético Madrid. With limited starts in Spain this season, he is eager to secure more minutes ahead of the tournament. Manchester United have been strongly linked, and a return to Crystal Palace, a club he shone on a temporary deal, is also a possibility, though wage demands might prove a problem.

H. Elliott

Despite excelling and being named player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, the talented midfielder has struggled for game time during his loan spell at Villa. The manager has stated the temporary transfer won't be made permanent. Because of specific rules regarding representing multiple teams in a campaign, a return to Liverpool before next summer appears to be the only available solution.

K. Yildiz

This highly-rated Turkey attacker has been in fine form for Juventus this season. With his existing deal nearing its end, a host of Premier League clubs – including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are keeping tabs on the developments. Juventus are desperate to tie down the youngster to a lengthy agreement but face a battle to keep one of Europe's most promising young talents.

K. Smit

This much-admired Netherlands midfielder has earned parallels to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. After impressing at the Under-19 European Championship, he has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar side. The 19-year-old is heavily expected to complete a big-money transfer in January. Newcastle United are believed to be leading the chase, but are facing stiff competition from Real Madrid for a deal priced at around twenty-two million pounds.