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This winter transfer market proves to be a period of intense rumour and possible big-money moves. A number of high-profile stars find themselves connected to moves out of their current teams. We examine some of the major figures that could be changing clubs in January.

Antoine Semenyo

Although the Black Stars' inability to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations, this has left the player in contention, it appears a major transfer is imminent. The Bournemouth attacker has a contract featuring a £65 million release clause active for a short window in early January. Recent reports point to Manchester City are now the frontrunners for his signature. Former interested parties such as Tottenham and Chelsea are said to have moved on to alternative options, leaving teams such as Manchester United or Liverpool to attempt a late bid.

M. Guéhi

The England defender has impress for Crystal Palace this season a summer transfer to Anfield falling through. As his contract set to run out in the summer, January is the London club's final opportunity to obtain a fee for their captain. A host of top sides, including Manchester City and multiple European giants like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly be interested. However, a January departure remains unlikely, particularly given the manager's dependence on the player.

B. Johnson

This Welsh winger has found starting minutes hard to come by at Spurs this campaign. Despite being the side's leading goalscorer last season, he has started only a small number of Premier League matches. Reports suggest the North London club would be willing to consider a transfer for the right valuation, believed to be in the around forty million pounds. Bournemouth are currently leading the chase, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally showing an interest.

Tottenham value Brennan Johnson at approximately forty million pounds.

R. Neves

The Portugal playmaker could be set for a return to the Premier League following a spell in Saudi Arabia. Now only 28, while his contract expiring in the summer of 2026, he is a potential opportunity. Clubs such as Liverpool and Manchester United have been linked with the former Wolves man. Furthermore, there are suggestions from Spanish media that he would be willing to take a pay cut for a switch to Real Madrid.

Marc-André ter Stegen

The veteran German shot-stopper finds himself as the third option at Barcelona under new manager Hansi Flick. After lost his place and undergone an operation, a winter departure seems highly likely. Villa were initially linked as a potential destination, but that option now appears off. Instead, interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are reportedly showing curiosity in the keeper.

I. Toney

This proven England striker has kept scoring regularly in Saudi Arabia. Coming back to the Premier League could enhance his dwindling hopes of being in the national World Cup. But, securing a deal poses significant challenges. Al-Ahli do not wish to sell him, and his reported huge salary make any agreement complicated. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton have all been linked as admirers.

The striker helped Al-Ahli to victory in the Saudi Super Cup showpiece.

C. Gallagher

The dynamic midfielder attracted widespread interest in the off-season but stayed at Atlético. Having limited starts in La Liga this season, he may be eager to find more minutes ahead of the tournament. United are strongly linked, and a move back to Crystal Palace, a club he shone on loan, remains a possibility, although financial constraints might prove a problem.

H. Elliott

Despite starring and being named player of the tournament at the U21 Euros last summer, this talented midfielder has found it tough for game time on loan at Villa. The manager has confirmed the temporary transfer won't become permanent. Because of specific rules regarding representing two clubs in a season, a move back to his parent club prior to next summer seems to be the sole available outcome.

Kenan Yildiz

The highly-rated Turkey attacker has been in fine form for Juventus this term. With his existing contract nearing its end, many Premier League sides – including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are keeping tabs on the developments. The Turin club are eager to secure the 20-year-old to a new long-term contract but are in a race to retain one of the continent's most promising prospects.

K. Smit

This highly-touted Dutch teenage midfielder has earned parallels to Kevin De Bruyne for his playing style. Following starring at the Under-19 European Championship, Smit has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar first team. The teenager is widely tipped to complete a big-money transfer this month. Newcastle United reportedly are frontrunners, but could face stiff rivalry from Real Madrid for a deal valued at approximately twenty-two million pounds.