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The winter transfer window is typically a period of feverish rumour and potential big-money deals. Numerous notable players are being connected to moves away from their present teams. We examine some of the key figures who could be on the move in January.

Antoine Semenyo

Although the Black Stars' inability to qualify for the AFCON, this has kept the player available, it appears a significant move is close. This 25-year-old possesses a deal featuring a sizeable buy-out clause active for a two-week period in early January. Recent developments suggest the Premier League champions are now the frontrunners for his services. Former interested parties such as Tottenham and Chelsea are said to have moved on to alternative targets, leaving teams such as Manchester United or Liverpool to attempt a last-minute move.

M. Guéhi

This England centre-back has continued to excel for Crystal Palace despite a previous transfer to Anfield falling through. As his deal set to run out in the close season, January is the London club's final opportunity to secure a transfer fee for their skipper. Numerous top sides, including Manchester City and multiple European giants like Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, reportedly be interested. However, a winter exit is considered difficult, especially given the coach's dependence on the player.

Brennan Johnson

This Welsh forward has had first-team opportunities hard to come by at Spurs this campaign. Despite finishing as the club's top scorer last season, Johnson has begun just a small number of Premier League matches. Reports suggest the North London club is open to a transfer for the correct price, thought to be in the region of forty million pounds. The Cherries are currently leading the chase, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally credited with an interest.

Spurs value the Welsh international at approximately forty million pounds.

R. Neves

This Portuguese midfielder could be poised for a return to the English top flight after a spell in the Saudi Pro League. Still only 28, and with his agreement expiring in the summer, he represents a possible bargain. Clubs such as Manchester United and Liverpool are linked with the former Wolves man. Furthermore, there are rumours from Spain that he would be prepared to take a reduced salary for a move to the Spanish giants.

Marc-André ter Stegen

The experienced Germany goalkeeper finds himself as third-choice at Barça under the manager Hansi Flick. Having fallen out of favour and had an operation, a January departure looks highly likely. Aston Villa were initially mentioned as a possible destination, but that move now appears unlikely. Instead, interest from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be expressing interest in the keeper.

Ivan Toney

The prolific English centre-forward has continued finding the net frequently in Saudi Arabia. Coming back to the Premier League might boost his dwindling chances of making the England squad. However, arranging a deal presents significant hurdles. His current club do not wish to sell him, and his reported huge weekly wages make any agreement 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 domestic cup final.

Conor Gallagher

This energetic English midfielder drew considerable attention in the summer but stayed at Atlético. With limited starts in La Liga this season, he may be keen to secure more minutes ahead of the World Cup. Manchester United are heavily connected, and a move back to Selhurst Park, a club he shone on a temporary deal, remains a possibility, though wage constraints could prove a stumbling block.

Harvey Elliott

Although starring and being named the best player award at the U21 Euros last summer, this young player has struggled for minutes on loan at Aston Villa. The manager has stated the temporary transfer will not be made permanent. Due to specific rules regarding representing multiple teams in a campaign, a move back to Liverpool before next summer seems to be the only available solution.

K. Yildiz

This highly-rated Turkey attacker is in excellent form for the Italian giants this term. With his current contract running down, many Premier League sides – such as Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are keeping tabs on the situation. The Turin club are eager to secure the 20-year-old to a lengthy contract but face a battle to keep one of Europe's most promising prospects.

K. Smit

The highly-touted Netherlands teenage midfielder has drawn parallels to a Belgian superstar for his playing style. Following impressing at the Under-19 European Championship, he has become a regular in the AZ first team. This teenager is widely tipped to make a big-money transfer in January. Newcastle United reportedly are frontrunners, but could face stiff rivalry from the Spanish champions for a deal priced at approximately £22 million.