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The winter transfer market proves to be a period of significant rumour and potential major moves. A number of notable footballers find themselves connected to moves away from their present teams. This article explores a selection of the major figures who might be changing clubs in January.

Antoine Semenyo

Despite the Black Stars' failure to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations, which has kept the forward in contention, indications are a major transfer is close. The 25-year-old possesses a contract featuring a £65 million release clause applicable for a short window in early January. Latest reports point to the Premier League champions have emerged as his signature. Former suitors like Tottenham and Chelsea are said to have moved on to other options, leaving teams such as Liverpool or Manchester United to make a late move.

M. Guéhi

The England defender has excel for Palace despite a summer move to Anfield collapsing. As his contract due to expire in the summer, January is the London club's final chance to obtain a fee for their captain. Numerous elite clubs, such as Manchester City and multiple continental powerhouses like Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, are believed to hold an interest. Yet, a winter departure is considered difficult, especially given the coach's dependence on the defender.

B. Johnson

This Wales winger has found starting opportunities limited at Tottenham this term. Despite being the side's top scorer the previous campaign, he has started only a handful of league games. Reports suggest the London club is willing to consider a sale for the right valuation, thought to be in the around £40 million. Bournemouth are currently leading the chase, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally showing an interest.

Spurs rate the Welsh international at around forty million pounds.

R. Neves

The Portuguese midfielder could be set for a return to the English top flight following a spell in Saudi Arabia. Still just 28, while his contract ending in the summer, he is a potential opportunity. Teams such as Manchester United and Liverpool have been linked with the former Wolves man. Furthermore, there have been rumours from Spanish media that he is prepared to take a pay cut for a switch to the Spanish giants.

Marc-André ter Stegen

The veteran Germany shot-stopper finds himself as the third option at Barcelona under new manager Hansi Flick. Having lost his place and had surgery, a January exit looks highly probable. Aston Villa were once linked as a potential suitor, but that option now appears off. Instead, interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be showing curiosity in the keeper.

I. Toney

The proven English centre-forward has kept scoring regularly in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League might boost his dwindling hopes of making the national World Cup. But, securing a deal poses major hurdles. His current club do not wish to part with him, and his reported enormous salary render any move difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been mentioned as admirers.

The striker helped his Saudi club to victory in the Saudi Super Cup showpiece.

C. Gallagher

This dynamic English midfielder attracted considerable interest in the off-season but stayed at Atlético Madrid. With limited starting appearances in Spain this term, he may be eager to find more minutes ahead of the World Cup. United are strongly linked, and a move back to Crystal Palace, a club he shone on loan, is also a possibility, although wage constraints might be a problem.

H. Elliott

Although excelling and being named the best player award at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, this young player has found it tough for game time during his loan spell at Villa. The manager has stated the temporary transfer won't be made permanent. Because of FIFA regulations about representing two clubs in a campaign, a return to his parent club before next season seems to be the only viable solution.

K. Yildiz

This highly-rated Turkish attacker is in excellent form for Juventus this season. With his current contract nearing its end, many Premier League clubs – such as Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the developments. The Turin club are eager to tie down the youngster to a lengthy contract but face a race to keep one of Europe's most promising young talents.

K. Smit

The much-admired Dutch midfielder has drawn parallels to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. Following starring at the Under-19 European Championship, he has broken into the AZ side. This 19-year-old is widely tipped to make a major transfer this month. Newcastle United are believed to be leading the chase, but are facing stiff competition from Real Madrid for a signing valued at approximately twenty-two million pounds.