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The winter transfer window is typically a time of feverish rumour and possible major deals. Several prominent footballers are being connected to moves away from their current teams. Here is a look at a selection of the key figures that might be on the move in January.

Antoine Semenyo

Although Ghana's inability to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations, this has left the player in contention, it appears a major transfer is close. This Bournemouth attacker has a contract with a £65 million buy-out clause active for a brief period at the start of the month. Latest reports suggest Manchester City have emerged as his signature. Other interested parties such as Tottenham and Chelsea are said to have moved on to other options, potentially opening the door for clubs like Manchester United or Liverpool to attempt a late bid.

M. Guéhi

This English defender has continued to impress for Crystal Palace this season a summer transfer to Anfield collapsing. As his contract due to expire in the summer, January is the club's last chance to secure a transfer fee for their skipper. A host of top clubs, such as Manchester City and several continental powerhouses like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly be interested. Yet, a winter exit remains difficult, especially given the coach's dependence on the defender.

Brennan Johnson

The Wales winger has found first-team minutes limited at Tottenham this term. Despite being the club's top scorer last season, Johnson has started only a handful of Premier League games. Reports suggest the North London club would be open to a transfer for the right price, thought to be in the around £40 million. The Cherries appear to be at the front of the queue, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally credited with an inquiry.

Tottenham rate Brennan Johnson at approximately £40m.

R. Neves

The Portuguese midfielder could be poised for a comeback to the English top flight following a period in the Saudi Pro League. Now only twenty-eight, while his contract expiring in the summer of 2026, he is a potential opportunity. Clubs such as Liverpool and Manchester United have been connected to the player. Additionally, there have been rumours from Spain that he would be willing to take a pay cut for a move to Real Madrid.

M. ter Stegen

This veteran German goalkeeper is now as the third option at Barça under the manager Flick. Having lost his place and had an operation, a January departure seems highly likely. Aston Villa were once linked as a possible destination, but that move currently seems off. Instead, clubs from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be showing interest in the 33-year-old.

Ivan Toney

This proven English striker has kept scoring regularly in Saudi Arabia. A return to the Premier League could enhance his fading chances of making the national squad. But, securing a transfer presents major challenges. Al-Ahli do not wish to part with him, and his alleged huge salary make any agreement complicated. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all linked as admirers.

Ivan Toney helped his Saudi club to victory in the Saudi Super Cup final.

C. Gallagher

The dynamic midfielder drew considerable attention in the off-season but stayed at Atlético. Having limited starts in La Liga this season, he is eager to secure more minutes ahead of the World Cup. United are strongly linked, and a return to Crystal Palace, where he shone on loan, remains a option, though wage demands might be a stumbling block.

H. Elliott

Although excelling and winning the best player award at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, the young player has struggled for minutes during his loan spell at Aston Villa. Unai Emery has confirmed the loan move will not become permanent. Due to FIFA regulations about playing for two clubs in a season, a return to Liverpool before next season seems to be the sole available outcome.

K. Yildiz

This exciting Turkey attacker is in excellent form for the Italian giants this season. As his existing deal running down, many English clubs – including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are keeping tabs on the developments. Juventus are desperate to tie down the youngster to a new long-term agreement but face a race to keep one of Europe's most promising prospects.

K. Smit

The much-admired Netherlands teenage midfielder has drawn comparisons to a Belgian superstar for his playing style. Following impressing at the Under-19 European Championship, he has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar first team. This teenager is widely expected to make a major move in January. Newcastle United reportedly are frontrunners, but are facing strong competition from the Spanish champions for a signing priced at approximately £22 million.