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The winter transfer market is typically a period of intense rumour and possible major transfers. A number of notable stars find themselves linked with moves away from their current clubs. We examine some of the major figures who might be changing clubs this month.

Antoine Semenyo

Despite Ghana's failure to qualify for the AFCON, which has left the player available, it appears a significant move is imminent. This Bournemouth attacker has a deal featuring a sizeable buy-out clause active for a short period in early January. Recent developments indicate Manchester City have emerged as his services. Other suitors such as Tottenham and Chelsea are said to have turned their attention to alternative targets, leaving teams such as Manchester United or Liverpool to make a last-minute move.

M. Guéhi

The English centre-back has impress for Palace despite a previous move to Liverpool falling through. With his deal due to run out in the summer, this represents the club's final opportunity to obtain a fee for their captain. Numerous top clubs, such as City and multiple continental powerhouses including Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, reportedly hold an interest. However, a winter departure is considered unlikely, especially given the manager's reliance on the defender.

Brennan Johnson

This Wales winger has found first-team minutes hard to come by at Spurs this campaign. Although being the club's top scorer last season, he has begun just a handful of league matches. Reports suggest the London club is willing to consider a transfer for the correct price, believed to be in the region of £40 million. The Cherries appear to be leading the chase, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally credited with an inquiry.

Tottenham value Brennan Johnson at approximately forty million pounds.

Rúben Neves

This Portugal playmaker could be set for a comeback to the Premier League following a spell in the Saudi Pro League. Now just twenty-eight, while his contract ending in the summer, he represents a possible bargain. Clubs such as Liverpool and Manchester United are connected to the player. Additionally, there are rumours from Spain that he is willing to accept a reduced salary for a switch to the Spanish giants.

Marc-André ter Stegen

The experienced Germany goalkeeper finds himself as third-choice at Barcelona under the manager Flick. Having lost his place and had an operation, a winter departure looks increasingly probable. Aston Villa were once linked as a potential destination, but that move currently seems unlikely. Instead, interest from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are reportedly showing curiosity in the keeper.

Ivan Toney

This proven English centre-forward has kept scoring regularly in the Middle East. Coming back to the Premier League might enhance his fading chances of making the England World Cup. But, securing a deal poses significant hurdles. Al-Ahli are reluctant to part with him, and his alleged huge weekly wages make any agreement difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been linked as interested parties.

Ivan Toney helped Al-Ahli to victory in the Saudi Super Cup final.

C. Gallagher

This dynamic English midfielder drew widespread interest in the off-season but stayed at Atlético Madrid. Having few starts in La Liga this season, he is eager to find more minutes ahead of the World Cup. United are strongly linked, and a return to Selhurst Park, where he excelled on loan, remains a option, although wage constraints could be a stumbling block.

H. Elliott

Despite excelling and winning player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, this young player has struggled for game time during his loan spell at Aston Villa. The manager has stated the loan move will not be made permanent. Because of specific rules about representing two clubs in a season, a return to Liverpool before next season appears to be the only viable solution.

K. Yildiz

The highly-rated Turkey forward has been in excellent form for the Italian giants this season. As his current contract nearing its end, a host of Premier League clubs – such as Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the situation. The Turin club are desperate to secure the 20-year-old to a new long-term agreement but are in a battle to retain one of Europe's most promising prospects.

K. Smit

The much-admired Dutch midfielder has earned parallels to a Belgian superstar for his style of play. After starring at the Under-19 European Championship, he has become a regular in the AZ side. The 19-year-old is widely tipped to make a major move in January. Newcastle United are believed to be leading the chase, but could face stiff competition from Real Madrid for a signing priced at around twenty-two million pounds.