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The winter transfer window is typically a period of significant rumour and possible big-money deals. Numerous high-profile footballers find themselves linked with moves out of their present teams. Here is a look at some of the top figures who could be changing clubs this month.

A. Semenyo

Although Ghana's inability to reach the Africa Cup of Nations, this has left the forward in contention, indications are an important transfer is close. This Bournemouth attacker possesses a contract featuring a £65 million buy-out clause applicable for a two-week period in early January. Recent developments indicate the Premier League champions look to have won the race for his services. Former suitors like Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have moved on to other options, leaving clubs such as Manchester United or Liverpool to attempt a last-minute move.

Marc Guéhi

The England centre-back has continued to excel for Crystal Palace despite a previous transfer to Anfield collapsing. With his contract due to expire in the close season, January is the London club's final chance to secure a transfer fee for their skipper. Numerous elite sides, including Manchester City and several European giants like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly hold an interest. Yet, a winter exit remains difficult, especially given the coach's dependence on the defender.

Brennan Johnson

The Wales winger has found first-team opportunities limited at Spurs this term. Despite finishing as the club's top scorer the previous campaign, Johnson has started just a handful of league games. Reports suggest the North London outfit is willing to consider a transfer for the correct price, thought to be in the region of forty million pounds. The Cherries appear to be at the front of the queue, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally credited with an interest.

Tottenham value the Welsh international at approximately forty million pounds.

R. Neves

The Portugal midfielder might be poised for a return to the Premier League after a spell in Saudi Arabia. Still only 28, while his contract ending in the summer, he is a possible opportunity. Teams such as Liverpool and Manchester United have been linked with the player. Furthermore, there are suggestions from Spanish media that he would be willing to take a pay cut for a move to the Spanish giants.

Marc-André ter Stegen

This experienced Germany shot-stopper is now as the third option at Barcelona under the coach Hansi Flick. After fallen out of favour and had an operation, a winter departure looks highly probable. Aston Villa were initially linked as a potential suitor, but that move currently seems off. Instead, interest from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be expressing curiosity in the 33-year-old.

I. Toney

The prolific England centre-forward has continued scoring frequently in the Middle East. Coming back to the Premier League could enhance his fading chances of being in the national squad. But, arranging a deal poses significant hurdles. His current club are reluctant to part with him, and his reported enormous weekly wages make any agreement difficult. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton have all been mentioned as interested parties.

Ivan Toney was instrumental as his Saudi club to a win in the Saudi Super Cup showpiece.

C. Gallagher

This energetic midfielder drew widespread interest in the off-season but stayed at Atlético Madrid. With limited starts in La Liga this term, he is eager to find more minutes ahead of the tournament. Manchester United have been heavily connected, and a return to Selhurst Park, a club he excelled on a temporary deal, is also a option, though wage demands could prove a stumbling block.

H. Elliott

Although starring and winning the best player award at the U21 Euros last summer, this talented player has struggled for minutes during his loan spell at Villa. The manager has confirmed the temporary transfer won't be made permanent. Due to FIFA regulations about playing for multiple teams in a season, a move back to his parent club before next season seems to be the only viable outcome.

K. Yildiz

This exciting Turkey forward is in excellent form for the Italian giants this season. With his current deal running down, a host of English sides – including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are keeping tabs on the situation. The Turin club are desperate to secure the 20-year-old to a lengthy agreement but are in a race to retain one of the continent's most promising young talents.

Kees Smit

This highly-touted Dutch midfielder has drawn parallels to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. After starring at the Under-19 European Championship, he has broken into the AZ Alkmaar first team. The 19-year-old is heavily expected to make a major move this month. Newcastle United are believed to be frontrunners, but could face strong rivalry from the Spanish champions for a deal priced at approximately twenty-two million pounds.