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The winter transfer market proves to be a time of significant speculation and possible major moves. A number of high-profile footballers are being connected to transfers away from their present teams. Here is a look at some of the major names who might be changing clubs in January.

Antoine Semenyo

Although Ghana's failure to qualify for the AFCON, which has kept the player in contention, indications are an important transfer is close. This Bournemouth attacker possesses a contract with a £65 million release clause active for a two-week period at the start of the month. Latest developments suggest the Premier League champions are now the frontrunners for his services. Other suitors like Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have moved on to other targets, leaving teams such as Liverpool or Manchester United to make a last-minute bid.

Marc Guéhi

This England defender has impress for Palace despite a summer transfer to Liverpool falling through. With his contract set to expire in the summer, this represents the London club's last chance to obtain a transfer fee for their captain. A host of elite clubs, including City and several European giants including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly be interested. Yet, a January exit remains difficult, especially given the coach's dependence on the player.

Brennan Johnson

The Welsh winger has had first-team minutes hard to come by at Spurs this term. Despite being the club's leading goalscorer last season, he has started only a small number of Premier League games. It is understood the North London outfit is willing to consider a transfer for the right valuation, thought to be in the around £40 million. Bournemouth appear to be at the front of the queue, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally credited with an inquiry.

Tottenham value Brennan Johnson at approximately £40m.

Rúben Neves

This Portuguese midfielder could be set for a comeback to the Premier League after a spell in Saudi Arabia. Now only twenty-eight, while his agreement expiring in the summer of 2026, he represents a possible bargain. Clubs like Liverpool and Manchester United are connected to the player. Furthermore, there have been suggestions from Spain that he would be prepared to take a reduced salary for a switch to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

This experienced Germany shot-stopper finds himself as the third option at Barça under new manager Hansi Flick. Having fallen out of favour and had surgery, a winter exit looks increasingly likely. Villa were once mentioned as a possible destination, but that option now appears unlikely. Instead, clubs from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be showing interest in the keeper.

Ivan Toney

This proven England striker has kept scoring regularly in the Middle East. Coming back to the Premier League might enhance his fading chances of being in the England squad. But, securing a deal poses significant hurdles. His current club are reluctant to sell him, and his alleged huge weekly wages render any move difficult. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all mentioned as interested parties.

The striker helped Al-Ahli to a win in the Saudi Super Cup final.

Conor Gallagher

This dynamic midfielder attracted widespread attention in the off-season but remained at Atlético. Having few starts in La Liga this term, he is eager to secure more playing time ahead of the World Cup. United have been strongly linked, and a return to Crystal Palace, a club he shone on a temporary deal, is also a option, though wage constraints could prove a problem.

H. Elliott

Despite excelling and being named player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, the talented midfielder has found it tough for game time on loan at Villa. Unai Emery has confirmed the loan move won't become permanent. Due to FIFA regulations about representing multiple teams in a season, a return to Liverpool before next season seems to be the only available solution.

K. Yildiz

The highly-rated Turkey forward has been in excellent form for Juventus this term. With his existing deal running down, a host of English clubs – such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are keeping tabs on the situation. Juventus are desperate to tie down the youngster to a new long-term contract but face a race to keep one of the continent's brightest prospects.

K. Smit

This highly-touted Dutch teenage midfielder has drawn comparisons to a Belgian superstar for his style of play. Following starring at the Under-19 European Championship, Smit has broken into the AZ first team. This teenager is heavily expected to make a major move in January. Newcastle are believed to be frontrunners, but are facing stiff rivalry from Real Madrid for a deal priced at around twenty-two million pounds.