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This winter transfer market proves to be a period of intense speculation and potential big-money transfers. A number of high-profile footballers find themselves linked with transfers out of their current clubs. We examine a selection of the major figures that might be changing clubs this month.

A. Semenyo

Despite Ghana's inability to reach the Africa Cup of Nations, which has kept the forward available, it appears an important move is close. This 25-year-old has a deal with a substantial buy-out clause applicable for a two-week window at the start of the month. Latest reports suggest Manchester City are now the frontrunners for his signature. Other interested parties such as Tottenham and Chelsea are said to have turned their attention to alternative targets, leaving teams like Manchester United or Liverpool to make a late move.

M. Guéhi

This England centre-back has impress for Crystal Palace this season a summer move to Liverpool falling through. With his contract set to run out in the close season, this represents the club's final chance to obtain a transfer fee for their captain. Numerous elite sides, such as City and multiple continental powerhouses including Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, are believed to hold an interest. Yet, a winter exit is considered difficult, especially given the manager's reliance on the player.

Brennan Johnson

This Welsh winger has found starting opportunities hard to come by at Spurs this campaign. Although being the club's top scorer last season, he has begun just a small number of league games. It is understood the London outfit is willing to consider a transfer for the correct price, believed to be in the region of forty million pounds. The Cherries are currently leading the chase, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford also credited with an interest.

Tottenham value Brennan Johnson at approximately forty million pounds.

R. Neves

This Portuguese midfielder might be set for a comeback to the Premier League following a spell in Saudi Arabia. Now just twenty-eight, while his contract expiring in the summer of 2026, he represents a possible bargain. Clubs like Manchester United and Liverpool have been linked with the former Wolves man. Furthermore, there are suggestions from Spanish media that he is willing to take a reduced salary for a switch to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

This experienced Germany shot-stopper finds himself as third-choice at Barça following the coach Flick. After fallen out of favour and had surgery, a January exit looks highly likely. Aston Villa were once linked as a possible suitor, but that option currently seems off. Instead, clubs from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be expressing curiosity in the 33-year-old.

Ivan Toney

The prolific English centre-forward has kept finding the net frequently in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League might boost his dwindling chances of making the England World Cup. But, securing a deal poses significant challenges. His current club do not wish to sell him, and his alleged enormous salary render any agreement difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United are all mentioned as admirers.

Ivan Toney was instrumental as his Saudi club to a win in the Saudi Super Cup showpiece.

Conor Gallagher

This dynamic midfielder attracted widespread attention in the summer but stayed at Atlético. Having limited starting appearances in Spain this term, he may be keen to secure more playing time ahead of the tournament. Manchester United have been heavily linked, and a move back to Crystal Palace, a club he shone on loan, is also a option, although wage demands might prove a stumbling block.

Harvey Elliott

Although excelling and winning player of the tournament at the U21 Euros in the summer, the young midfielder has struggled for minutes on loan at Villa. The manager has stated the loan move won't be made permanent. Because of FIFA regulations regarding representing multiple teams in a campaign, a return to his parent club before next summer seems to be the sole available outcome.

Kenan Yildiz

The exciting Turkey forward is in fine form for the Italian giants this season. As his existing deal running down, a host of English sides – including Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are monitoring the developments. Juventus are eager to secure the youngster to a new long-term contract but face a battle to retain one of Europe's brightest prospects.

K. Smit

This highly-touted Dutch teenage midfielder has drawn comparisons to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. After starring at the U19 Euros, Smit has broken into the AZ Alkmaar side. This teenager is widely tipped to complete a major move in January. Newcastle reportedly are frontrunners, but could face strong rivalry from the Spanish champions for a deal valued at around £22 million.