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This winter transfer window is typically a period of feverish rumour and possible big-money deals. A number of prominent players find themselves connected to transfers out of their current clubs. This article explores a selection of the major figures who could be changing clubs this month.

Antoine Semenyo

Despite Ghana's failure to qualify for the AFCON, which has left the forward in contention, reports suggest a major move is imminent. This 25-year-old possesses a contract featuring a substantial release clause active for a brief window at the start of the month. Latest developments indicate Manchester City are now the frontrunners for his signature. Former interested parties such as Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have turned their attention to other options, leaving clubs such as Manchester United or Liverpool to attempt a late bid.

M. Guéhi

This England centre-back has excel for Palace this season a summer transfer to Anfield collapsing. As his contract due to run out in the summer, January is the club's last opportunity to secure a transfer fee for their captain. Numerous elite clubs, including City and multiple European giants like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to be interested. Yet, a winter departure is considered difficult, especially given the coach's reliance on the player.

B. Johnson

This Welsh forward has had starting opportunities limited at Tottenham this term. Although being the club's top scorer last season, Johnson has started only a handful of league games. It is understood the London club would be willing to consider a sale for the right price, thought to be in the around forty million pounds. Bournemouth appear to be at the front of the queue, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally credited with an inquiry.

Tottenham value the Welsh international at around £40m.

R. Neves

This Portugal midfielder might be set for a comeback to the English top flight after a spell in the Saudi Pro League. Still just twenty-eight, while his contract ending in the summer of 2026, he represents a possible bargain. Teams such as Manchester United and Liverpool are connected to the player. Additionally, there are suggestions from Spain that he would be willing to accept a reduced salary for a switch to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

This experienced German shot-stopper is now as third-choice at Barça following new coach Flick. After lost his place and had an operation, a January exit seems increasingly probable. Aston Villa were initially linked as a possible suitor, but that option now appears unlikely. Instead, interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be expressing interest in the keeper.

Ivan Toney

The proven England centre-forward has kept finding the net regularly in the Middle East. Coming back to the Premier League could boost his fading chances of being in the national squad. However, arranging a deal presents significant challenges. His current club are reluctant to sell him, and his reported huge salary render any agreement complicated. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all mentioned as interested parties.

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

Conor Gallagher

This dynamic midfielder drew considerable attention in the off-season but stayed at Atlético. Having limited starts in Spain this term, he may be keen to find more minutes ahead of the World Cup. Manchester United are strongly connected, and a return to Selhurst Park, a club he shone on a temporary deal, remains a possibility, though wage demands might be a problem.

Harvey Elliott

Despite starring and being named player of the tournament at the U21 Euros in the summer, this young midfielder has struggled for game time during his loan spell at Villa. The manager has confirmed the temporary transfer won't become permanent. Because of specific rules regarding playing for two clubs in a campaign, a move back to his parent club prior to next season appears to be the only available solution.

Kenan Yildiz

The exciting Turkey attacker is in fine form for Juventus this term. With his current deal running down, many English clubs – including Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are keeping tabs on the situation. The Turin club are desperate to secure the 20-year-old to a new long-term agreement but are in a race to retain one of Europe's brightest young talents.

K. Smit

This highly-touted Netherlands teenage midfielder has earned parallels to a Belgian superstar for his playing style. After impressing at the U19 Euros, he has broken into the AZ first team. The teenager is widely tipped to make a big-money transfer in January. Newcastle reportedly are frontrunners, but are facing stiff rivalry from the Spanish champions for a signing priced at around twenty-two million pounds.