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The winter transfer market is always a period of intense rumour and possible big-money transfers. Several notable players are being linked with transfers away from their current teams. This article explores a selection of the top figures that are poised to be changing clubs this month.

A. Semenyo

Although Ghana's failure to reach the AFCON, which has kept the forward available, indications are a significant move is close. The Bournemouth attacker has a contract featuring a £65 million buy-out clause active for a short window at the start of the month. Latest reports point to the Premier League champions look to have won the race for his services. Other suitors such as Tottenham and Chelsea are said to have moved on to alternative options, potentially opening the door for teams such as Liverpool or Manchester United to make a late bid.

M. Guéhi

The English defender has excel for Crystal Palace this season a summer move to Liverpool falling through. As his contract due to expire in the summer, January is the club's last opportunity to obtain a transfer fee for their captain. A host of elite clubs, including Manchester City and several continental powerhouses including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly hold an interest. Yet, a January departure remains difficult, particularly given the coach's reliance on the defender.

Brennan Johnson

This Welsh winger has had starting minutes hard to come by at Tottenham this campaign. Although finishing as the club's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, Johnson has begun only a handful of Premier League matches. Reports suggest the North London club is open to a sale for the correct valuation, believed to be in the around forty million pounds. Bournemouth are currently leading the chase, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace also showing an interest.

Spurs rate the Welsh international at approximately forty million pounds.

R. Neves

The Portugal midfielder might be set for a return to the Premier League following a period in Saudi Arabia. Still just twenty-eight, and with his contract ending in the summer, he is a potential bargain. Clubs such as Liverpool and Manchester United are connected to the former Wolves man. Additionally, there are suggestions from Spanish media that he is willing to accept a reduced salary for a move to the Spanish giants.

Marc-André ter Stegen

This experienced German shot-stopper finds himself as third-choice at Barça following the manager Hansi Flick. After fallen out of favour and had an operation, a winter exit looks highly likely. Villa were once mentioned as a possible suitor, but that move currently seems unlikely. Instead, clubs from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be showing curiosity in the 33-year-old.

I. Toney

The proven England striker has continued scoring regularly in Saudi Arabia. Coming back to the Premier League might boost his fading hopes of being in the national World Cup. However, arranging a deal presents significant hurdles. His current club are reluctant to sell him, and his alleged enormous salary make any move complicated. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been linked as interested parties.

The striker was instrumental as his Saudi club to victory in the Saudi Super Cup final.

Conor Gallagher

This dynamic midfielder drew widespread attention in the off-season but stayed at Atlético. With few starts in Spain this season, he is eager to find more minutes ahead of the World Cup. United are heavily linked, and a return to Crystal Palace, where he excelled on loan, remains a option, though financial demands might be a problem.

Harvey Elliott

Despite excelling and being named the best player award at the U21 Euros last summer, the young midfielder has found it tough for game time on loan at Aston Villa. Unai Emery has confirmed the temporary transfer won't become permanent. Due to FIFA regulations about playing for multiple teams in a season, a move back to Liverpool before next season appears to be the sole viable solution.

Kenan Yildiz

This highly-rated Turkey attacker has been in excellent form for the Italian giants this season. As his current deal running down, many Premier League sides – including Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are monitoring the situation. Juventus are desperate to secure the youngster to a new long-term contract but face a race to retain one of the continent's brightest young talents.

Kees Smit

The much-admired Netherlands midfielder has drawn parallels to Kevin De Bruyne for his playing style. Following impressing at the Under-19 European Championship, he has broken into the AZ Alkmaar side. This teenager is heavily expected to make a big-money move this month. Newcastle are believed to be frontrunners, but could face strong rivalry from Real Madrid for a deal valued at approximately £22 million.