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The winter transfer market is always a period of significant rumour and possible big-money transfers. Several prominent stars are being connected to transfers out of their current teams. Here is a look at a selection of the top figures who might be changing clubs in January.

Antoine Semenyo

Although Ghana's failure to reach the Africa Cup of Nations, this has left the forward available, indications are a major transfer is imminent. This Bournemouth attacker possesses a contract featuring a sizeable buy-out clause active for a two-week window at the start of the month. Recent developments indicate the Premier League champions have emerged as his services. Other suitors like Chelsea and Tottenham reportedly have moved on to alternative targets, leaving teams like Manchester United or Liverpool to attempt a late bid.

M. Guéhi

This English centre-back has impress for Palace despite a summer transfer to Anfield collapsing. With his deal due to expire in the summer, January is the London club's final opportunity to obtain a fee for their skipper. A host of elite clubs, including Manchester City and several continental powerhouses like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly hold an interest. Yet, a January exit remains unlikely, especially given the coach's dependence on the player.

B. Johnson

The Wales winger has had first-team opportunities hard to come by at Spurs this campaign. Despite finishing as the club's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, he has begun only a handful of Premier League matches. It is understood the London outfit is open to a sale for the correct valuation, believed to be in the around forty million pounds. The Cherries appear to be at the front of the queue, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally showing an inquiry.

Tottenham value the Welsh international at around £40m.

R. Neves

This Portuguese midfielder could be set for a return to the English top flight after a spell in Saudi Arabia. Now just twenty-eight, while his contract ending in the summer, he is a possible bargain. Clubs like Manchester United and Liverpool are connected to the player. Furthermore, there are rumours from Spain that he would be prepared to take a pay cut for a move to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

This veteran Germany goalkeeper finds himself as third-choice at Barça under new manager Hansi Flick. Having lost his place and undergone an operation, a January exit looks increasingly probable. Aston Villa were once linked as a potential suitor, but that move now appears unlikely. Instead, interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are reportedly showing interest in the keeper.

Ivan Toney

This prolific England centre-forward has continued scoring frequently in Saudi Arabia. Coming back to the Premier League could boost his fading hopes of making the national squad. However, arranging a transfer poses major challenges. Al-Ahli do not wish to part with him, and his alleged enormous salary make any agreement complicated. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been linked as interested parties.

The striker helped Al-Ahli to victory in the domestic cup showpiece.

C. Gallagher

This energetic English midfielder attracted considerable attention in the off-season but stayed at Atlético Madrid. Having few starting appearances in Spain this season, he may be eager to secure more playing time ahead of the tournament. United have been strongly linked, and a return to Crystal Palace, where he excelled on loan, remains a possibility, although financial demands might be a problem.

Harvey Elliott

Despite starring and being named the best player award at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, this talented midfielder has struggled for game time during his loan spell at Aston Villa. The manager has stated the loan move won't become permanent. Due to FIFA regulations about representing multiple teams in a campaign, a move back to his parent club prior to next season seems to be the sole viable outcome.

Kenan Yildiz

This highly-rated Turkey attacker is in excellent form for the Italian giants this term. With his existing deal running down, a host of Premier League sides – including Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are keeping tabs on the situation. The Turin club are eager to secure the 20-year-old to a lengthy agreement but are in a battle to retain one of the continent's most promising young talents.

Kees Smit

This much-admired Dutch midfielder has drawn parallels to a Belgian superstar for his style of play. Following starring at the Under-19 European Championship, he has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar side. The teenager is heavily expected to complete a major transfer in January. Newcastle reportedly are frontrunners, but are facing strong rivalry from Real Madrid for a deal valued at approximately £22 million.