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The winter transfer market is typically a period of significant rumour and potential big-money deals. Numerous notable players are being connected to moves away from their current clubs. Here is a look at a selection of the major figures that could be on the move in January.

Antoine Semenyo

Although Ghana's inability to qualify for the AFCON, this has left the player available, it appears an important move is imminent. The Bournemouth attacker has a contract with a substantial release clause applicable for a short window in early January. Latest developments suggest Manchester City are now the frontrunners for his services. Former interested parties like Tottenham and Chelsea are said to have turned their attention to alternative options, leaving clubs like Liverpool or Manchester United to attempt a last-minute bid.

M. Guéhi

The England defender has continued to excel for Palace this season a previous transfer to Anfield falling through. As his deal due to expire in the summer, this represents the club's final chance to secure a transfer fee for their skipper. A host of elite clubs, including City and several continental powerhouses like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly be interested. However, a winter departure remains difficult, especially given the manager's reliance on the defender.

B. Johnson

The Wales winger has had starting minutes hard to come by at Tottenham this term. Despite finishing as the side's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, he has started just a handful of Premier League games. Reports suggest the North London outfit is open to a sale for the correct price, believed to be in the region of £40 million. Bournemouth are currently at the front of the queue, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally credited with an interest.

Tottenham value Brennan Johnson at around forty million pounds.

Rúben Neves

This Portuguese midfielder could be set for a return to the Premier League after a spell in Saudi Arabia. Now only twenty-eight, while his contract expiring in the summer, he is a potential bargain. Teams such as Liverpool and Manchester United have been connected to the former Wolves man. Additionally, there have been rumours from Spanish media that he is prepared to take a reduced salary for a move to Real Madrid.

M. ter Stegen

The experienced Germany shot-stopper is now as the third option at Barça following the coach Flick. After lost his place and undergone surgery, a winter departure looks increasingly likely. Aston Villa were once mentioned as a potential suitor, but that option now appears unlikely. Instead, interest from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be expressing curiosity in the 33-year-old.

I. Toney

The proven English centre-forward has continued finding the net frequently in the Middle East. Coming back to the Premier League might enhance his fading chances of making the national World Cup. However, arranging a transfer poses major challenges. His current club are reluctant to sell him, and his reported huge salary make any agreement complicated. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all linked as interested parties.

The striker was instrumental as his Saudi club to a win in the Saudi Super Cup showpiece.

C. Gallagher

The energetic midfielder drew considerable attention in the summer but stayed at Atlético. With limited starts in Spain this season, he is eager to secure more minutes ahead of the World Cup. United are heavily linked, and a move back to Crystal Palace, where he excelled on loan, is also a possibility, though financial demands could be a problem.

H. Elliott

Although excelling and being named the best player award at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, the talented midfielder has struggled for game time on loan at Aston Villa. The manager has stated the temporary transfer won't be made permanent. Because of FIFA regulations regarding playing for two clubs in a season, a return to his parent club prior to next summer seems to be the sole available outcome.

K. Yildiz

This exciting Turkey attacker has been in fine form for the Italian giants this term. As his existing contract nearing its end, many Premier League clubs – such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are monitoring the developments. Juventus are eager to secure the youngster to a lengthy contract but are in a race to keep one of Europe's brightest young talents.

Kees Smit

The much-admired Dutch teenage midfielder has earned parallels to a Belgian superstar for his playing style. Following impressing at the Under-19 European Championship, Smit has become a regular in the AZ side. This 19-year-old is widely expected to make a major transfer in January. Newcastle reportedly are leading the chase, but could face stiff competition from the Spanish champions for a signing priced at around twenty-two million pounds.