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The winter transfer window is typically a time of intense rumour and potential big-money transfers. Several notable players find themselves connected to transfers out of their current teams. We examine a selection of the major figures who could be changing clubs this month.

A. Semenyo

Despite Ghana's failure to reach the Africa Cup of Nations, this has kept the player in contention, reports suggest a significant transfer is close. The Bournemouth attacker has a contract with a substantial buy-out clause applicable for a two-week period in early January. Latest reports indicate the Premier League champions have emerged as his services. Other interested parties such as Tottenham and Chelsea reportedly have turned their attention to other targets, leaving clubs such as Manchester United or Liverpool to attempt a late move.

M. Guéhi

This England defender has impress for Crystal Palace this season a summer transfer to Liverpool falling through. With his contract set to expire in the close season, this represents the London club's final chance to secure a fee for their captain. Numerous elite sides, including City and several continental powerhouses including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly be interested. Yet, a winter exit is considered unlikely, particularly given the coach's dependence on the defender.

B. Johnson

This Wales forward has found first-team opportunities hard to come by at Tottenham this campaign. Despite finishing as the club's top scorer the previous campaign, he has begun only a small number of league matches. It is understood the London outfit would be willing to consider a sale for the correct price, believed to be in the around £40 million. Bournemouth are currently leading the chase, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally showing an interest.

Tottenham value the Welsh international at approximately £40m.

Rúben Neves

This Portuguese midfielder might be poised for a return to the English top flight following a period in the Saudi Pro League. Still just 28, and with his agreement ending in the summer, he is a potential opportunity. Teams such as Liverpool and Manchester United have been linked with the former Wolves man. Additionally, there are suggestions from Spain that he is willing to accept a reduced salary for a move to Real Madrid.

Marc-André ter Stegen

The experienced German goalkeeper finds himself as third-choice at Barça following the coach Flick. After lost his place and had surgery, a winter departure seems increasingly probable. Aston Villa were once linked as a possible destination, but that option now appears off. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are reportedly expressing interest in the 33-year-old.

I. Toney

The prolific England centre-forward has continued finding the net regularly in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League might boost his dwindling chances of making the England squad. But, arranging a deal poses significant challenges. Al-Ahli are reluctant to part with him, and his reported enormous weekly wages make any move complicated. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been linked as admirers.

Ivan Toney helped his Saudi club to victory in the domestic cup showpiece.

Conor Gallagher

This dynamic English midfielder drew widespread interest in the summer but remained at Atlético. Having limited starting appearances in Spain this term, he may be keen to find more minutes ahead of the World Cup. Manchester United have been strongly linked, and a return to Selhurst Park, where he excelled on loan, remains a option, although wage demands could prove a problem.

Harvey Elliott

Although excelling and winning player of the tournament at the U21 Euros last summer, this talented player has struggled for game time on loan at Aston Villa. Unai Emery has confirmed the loan move won't be made permanent. Because of FIFA regulations regarding playing for two clubs in a season, a move back to his parent club prior to next season seems to be the only available solution.

Kenan Yildiz

The highly-rated Turkish attacker is in fine form for Juventus this term. As his existing deal nearing its end, many Premier League clubs – including Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are monitoring the situation. The Turin club are desperate to tie down the 20-year-old to a lengthy contract but face a race to keep one of Europe's brightest young talents.

K. Smit

This highly-touted Netherlands midfielder has earned comparisons to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. After starring at the U19 Euros, Smit has broken into the AZ side. This teenager is heavily tipped to complete a big-money transfer this month. Newcastle reportedly are frontrunners, but could face stiff competition from the Spanish champions for a signing valued at approximately £22 million.