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This winter transfer market is typically a period of significant rumour and potential big-money transfers. Several notable stars find themselves connected to transfers away from their present clubs. Here is a look at a selection of the key figures that are poised to be changing clubs this month.

Antoine Semenyo

Although Ghana's failure to reach the Africa Cup of Nations, which has kept the forward in contention, reports suggest a major move is close. The Bournemouth attacker possesses a contract with a substantial release clause active for a two-week window at the start of the month. Recent developments point to Manchester City have emerged as his services. Former suitors like Chelsea and Tottenham reportedly have turned their attention to alternative targets, leaving clubs like Manchester United or Liverpool to attempt a last-minute move.

Marc Guéhi

The English centre-back has continued to impress for Crystal Palace this season a previous transfer to Anfield falling through. As his contract due to expire in the summer, this represents the London club's last chance to obtain a transfer fee for their captain. A host of top sides, including City and multiple continental powerhouses including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to hold an interest. Yet, a winter departure is considered difficult, especially given the manager's dependence on the player.

B. Johnson

The Wales forward has found first-team minutes limited at Tottenham this term. Although being the club's top scorer the previous campaign, Johnson has started only a small number of Premier League games. It is understood the London outfit is willing to consider a transfer for the right price, thought to be in the region of forty million pounds. Bournemouth appear to be at the front of the queue, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally credited with an interest.

Spurs value the Welsh international at approximately forty million pounds.

Rúben Neves

This Portuguese playmaker might be poised for a comeback to the Premier League following a period in the Saudi Pro League. Still just twenty-eight, while his contract expiring in the summer, he is a possible bargain. Clubs such as Liverpool and Manchester United have been connected to the player. Additionally, there have been rumours from Spain that he would be willing to accept a reduced salary for a move to Real Madrid.

Marc-André ter Stegen

The experienced Germany goalkeeper finds himself as the third option at Barcelona under new coach Flick. Having fallen out of favour and had an operation, a winter exit looks increasingly likely. Villa were once linked as a possible destination, but that move currently seems unlikely. Instead, interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be expressing interest in the keeper.

Ivan Toney

This proven England centre-forward has continued finding the net regularly in Saudi Arabia. A return to the Premier League could boost his fading hopes of being in the England World Cup. However, arranging a deal presents major hurdles. Al-Ahli are reluctant to sell him, and his reported huge weekly wages render any agreement complicated. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all linked as interested parties.

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

C. Gallagher

The dynamic English midfielder drew widespread attention in the summer but stayed at Atlético Madrid. Having limited starting appearances in La Liga this term, he may be keen to find more minutes ahead of the tournament. Manchester United are strongly connected, and a return to Crystal Palace, where he shone on a temporary deal, is also a option, though financial constraints could prove a problem.

Harvey Elliott

Although starring and winning the best player award at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, this young player has struggled for game time on loan at Aston Villa. The manager has stated the loan move will not be made permanent. Due to specific rules about representing multiple teams in a campaign, a return to his parent club prior to next season seems to be the sole viable solution.

K. Yildiz

This exciting Turkey attacker is in fine form for the Italian giants this season. As his existing contract running down, many Premier League sides – including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the developments. Juventus are desperate to secure the 20-year-old to a lengthy agreement but face a race to retain one of the continent's most promising young talents.

Kees Smit

This much-admired Netherlands midfielder has earned comparisons to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. Following impressing at the Under-19 European Championship, Smit has broken into the AZ first team. The 19-year-old is heavily expected to make a major move in January. Newcastle are believed to be leading the chase, but are facing stiff competition from Real Madrid for a signing valued at approximately £22 million.