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The winter transfer market is always a time of significant rumour and possible big-money moves. Several prominent stars find themselves connected to transfers out of their present clubs. This article explores a selection of the major figures who are poised to be changing clubs this month.

Antoine Semenyo

Although the Black Stars' failure to reach the AFCON, this has left the forward in contention, it appears a major move is close. This 25-year-old possesses a contract featuring a sizeable buy-out clause applicable for a short window at the start of the month. Latest reports point to Manchester City look to have won the race for his services. Other interested parties such as Chelsea and Tottenham reportedly have turned their attention to other options, leaving teams like Liverpool or Manchester United to make a late move.

M. Guéhi

The England defender has continued to excel for Palace this season a previous transfer to Liverpool falling through. With his contract set to expire in the summer, this represents the club's final opportunity to obtain a fee for their skipper. Numerous top clubs, including Manchester City and multiple European giants like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to hold an interest. However, a January exit remains difficult, especially given the coach's dependence on the player.

Brennan Johnson

The Welsh winger has had first-team opportunities hard to come by at Tottenham this term. Although finishing as the side's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, he has begun just a handful of league games. Reports suggest the London outfit would be open to a sale for the correct price, thought to be in the around forty million pounds. The Cherries appear to be leading the chase, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace also credited with an interest.

Tottenham value the Welsh international at around £40m.

Rúben Neves

The Portugal midfielder might be set for a comeback to the Premier League following a period in Saudi Arabia. Now just twenty-eight, while his contract ending in the summer, he represents a potential opportunity. Teams like Manchester United and Liverpool are connected to the former Wolves man. Additionally, there have been suggestions from Spain that he is prepared to take a reduced salary for a switch to Real Madrid.

Marc-André ter Stegen

The experienced German shot-stopper finds himself as the third option at Barça under the manager Hansi Flick. After lost his place and had an operation, a January exit seems highly likely. Aston Villa were initially mentioned as a potential destination, but that move currently seems off. Instead, interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are reportedly showing curiosity in the keeper.

I. Toney

This proven England centre-forward has kept finding the net regularly in Saudi Arabia. Coming back to the Premier League could boost his fading hopes of making the England squad. However, arranging a deal presents significant challenges. His current club do not wish to sell him, and his reported huge salary make any move difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been linked as interested parties.

Ivan Toney was instrumental as Al-Ahli to a win in the domestic cup final.

Conor Gallagher

The energetic midfielder drew widespread attention in the summer but stayed at Atlético. Having limited starts in La Liga this season, he is eager to secure more playing time ahead of the tournament. United have been heavily linked, and a move back to Crystal Palace, a club he excelled on loan, is also a possibility, although wage constraints might be a stumbling block.

Harvey Elliott

Although starring and being named player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, this young midfielder has found it tough for minutes on loan at Villa. The manager has confirmed the temporary transfer will not be made permanent. Because of specific rules about representing multiple teams in a season, a move back to his parent club prior to next season seems to be the sole available solution.

Kenan Yildiz

This highly-rated Turkey forward has been in fine form for Juventus this season. With his current contract running down, many Premier League clubs – such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are keeping tabs on the developments. Juventus are eager to tie down the 20-year-old to a new long-term agreement but face a race to keep one of the continent's most promising prospects.

Kees Smit

This highly-touted Dutch teenage midfielder has earned comparisons to Kevin De Bruyne for his playing style. After starring at the Under-19 European Championship, he has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar first team. This teenager is heavily tipped to complete a big-money move in January. Newcastle United are believed to be frontrunners, but could face stiff rivalry from Real Madrid for a signing priced at around twenty-two million pounds.