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This winter transfer market is typically a time of feverish speculation and potential major deals. A number of high-profile stars find themselves linked with transfers out of their present teams. This article explores a selection of the major figures that might be changing clubs this month.

A. Semenyo

Although Ghana's inability to reach the AFCON, which has left the player available, it appears a significant move is imminent. This 25-year-old possesses a deal with a £65 million buy-out clause active for a two-week period in early January. Latest reports suggest Manchester City look to have won the race for his signature. Former interested parties such as Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have turned their attention to alternative options, leaving teams like Manchester United or Liverpool to make a last-minute bid.

M. Guéhi

The England centre-back has continued to excel for Crystal Palace despite a summer transfer to Anfield collapsing. With his contract due to expire in the summer, January is the London club's final chance to secure a fee for their captain. A host of elite clubs, including Manchester City and multiple continental powerhouses like Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, reportedly be interested. Yet, a January exit remains unlikely, especially given the coach's reliance on the defender.

B. Johnson

This Wales forward has found starting opportunities hard to come by at Spurs this term. Although being the club's top scorer last season, he has started only a handful of Premier League games. Reports suggest the London club is willing to consider a sale for the right valuation, believed to be in the region of £40 million. Bournemouth are currently at the front of the queue, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally credited with an interest.

Spurs value Brennan Johnson at approximately forty million pounds.

Rúben Neves

The Portugal midfielder could be set for a comeback to the Premier League following a spell in the Saudi Pro League. Now just 28, while his contract ending in the summer, he is a possible bargain. Clubs such as Liverpool and Manchester United have been connected to the former Wolves man. Furthermore, there are rumours from Spanish media that he would be willing to accept a reduced salary for a switch to the Spanish giants.

Marc-André ter Stegen

This veteran Germany shot-stopper is now as third-choice at Barça following the manager Hansi Flick. Having fallen out of favour and had surgery, a winter exit looks increasingly likely. Aston Villa were once linked as a potential suitor, but that move now appears unlikely. Instead, interest from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be expressing curiosity in the 33-year-old.

Ivan Toney

This prolific English centre-forward has continued finding the net regularly in the Middle East. Coming back to the Premier League could enhance his dwindling hopes of making the England World Cup. But, arranging a transfer poses significant challenges. His current club do not wish to sell him, and his reported huge salary render any agreement difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United are all mentioned as interested parties.

Ivan Toney was instrumental as his Saudi club to victory in the domestic cup showpiece.

Conor Gallagher

This energetic midfielder drew widespread attention in the summer but stayed at Atlético Madrid. Having few starting appearances in La Liga this term, he is keen to secure more playing time ahead of the tournament. United have been heavily connected, and a return to Selhurst Park, where he excelled on loan, remains a possibility, although wage demands could prove a stumbling block.

Harvey Elliott

Although excelling and being named player of the tournament at the U21 Euros last summer, this young midfielder has struggled for minutes during his loan spell at Villa. Unai Emery has confirmed the loan move will not be made permanent. Due to FIFA regulations regarding representing multiple teams in a season, a move back to his parent club before next summer seems to be the only viable outcome.

Kenan Yildiz

This highly-rated Turkish attacker is in fine form for the Italian giants this season. As his current contract nearing its end, many English clubs – including Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are keeping tabs on the situation. Juventus are desperate to tie down the youngster to a new long-term agreement but are in a battle to keep one of the continent's brightest prospects.

K. Smit

The highly-touted Netherlands teenage midfielder has earned comparisons to a Belgian superstar for his style of play. Following impressing at the U19 Euros, he has broken into the AZ Alkmaar first team. This 19-year-old is heavily expected to complete a big-money transfer this month. Newcastle reportedly are frontrunners, but are facing stiff competition from Real Madrid for a signing valued at around £22 million.