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This winter recruitment period is typically a period of feverish speculation and possible major deals. A number of prominent players are being linked with transfers out of their current teams. Here is a look at some of the major names that could be changing clubs in January.

Antoine Semenyo

Although Ghana's inability to qualify for the AFCON, this has left the player available, indications are a major transfer is imminent. This 25-year-old possesses a deal featuring a substantial release clause active for a two-week period at the start of the month. Latest developments point to the Premier League champions look to have won the race for his signature. Former suitors like Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have turned their attention to alternative targets, potentially opening the door for teams like Liverpool or Manchester United to attempt a last-minute move.

M. Guéhi

This England centre-back has excel for Crystal Palace despite a previous move to Liverpool falling through. As his deal set to run out in the summer, January is the club's final opportunity to obtain a transfer fee for their captain. Numerous top sides, such as City and several European giants like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly hold an interest. However, a winter exit is considered difficult, especially given the manager's reliance on the defender.

B. Johnson

This Welsh winger has had first-team opportunities limited at Spurs this campaign. Although finishing as the club's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, Johnson has started only a small number of Premier League games. It is understood the London outfit would be willing to consider a transfer for the correct price, thought to be in the around £40 million. Bournemouth appear to be leading the chase, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally credited with an inquiry.

Tottenham rate the Welsh international at around £40m.

R. Neves

The Portuguese playmaker might be set for a comeback to the English top flight after a spell in Saudi Arabia. Still only twenty-eight, and with his contract expiring in the summer, he is a potential opportunity. Teams like Manchester United and Liverpool are connected to the former Wolves man. Furthermore, there have been suggestions from Spain that he is prepared to take a pay cut for a move to the Spanish giants.

Marc-André ter Stegen

The veteran Germany goalkeeper finds himself as the third option at Barça under new manager Hansi Flick. Having lost his place and undergone an operation, a January exit looks highly likely. Aston Villa were once linked as a potential suitor, but that option now appears unlikely. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be expressing curiosity in the keeper.

I. Toney

The proven English striker has continued finding the net regularly in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League could boost his fading hopes of making the England squad. However, arranging a transfer presents significant challenges. His current club do not wish to part with him, and his reported huge weekly wages make any agreement complicated. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been mentioned as interested parties.

The striker helped Al-Ahli to a win in the domestic cup final.

Conor Gallagher

This dynamic English midfielder attracted widespread interest in the off-season but remained at Atlético Madrid. Having few starting appearances in La Liga this season, he is keen to secure more minutes ahead of the tournament. Manchester United have been heavily linked, and a move back to Crystal Palace, where he excelled on a temporary deal, remains a possibility, though financial demands could be a problem.

Harvey Elliott

Although excelling and being named the best player award at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, the talented player has found it tough for game time during his loan spell at Villa. The manager has confirmed the loan move won't become permanent. Because of FIFA regulations about playing for two clubs in a season, a return to his parent club prior to next season seems to be the only available outcome.

Kenan Yildiz

This exciting Turkey attacker is in fine form for the Italian giants this season. With his existing deal running down, a host of Premier League clubs – including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the developments. Juventus are eager to tie down the youngster to a new long-term agreement but face a battle to keep one of the continent's brightest young talents.

K. Smit

This much-admired Dutch teenage midfielder has drawn parallels to Kevin De Bruyne for his playing style. Following impressing at the U19 Euros, he has broken into the AZ side. The teenager is heavily tipped to make a big-money move in January. Newcastle are believed to be leading the chase, but could face stiff rivalry from Real Madrid for a deal valued at around £22 million.