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This winter transfer market is typically a time of intense speculation and possible big-money deals. Numerous prominent stars find themselves connected to moves out of their present teams. Here is a look at a selection of the top figures who could be on the move in January.

Antoine Semenyo

Although Ghana's inability to reach the Africa Cup of Nations, which has left the forward in contention, indications are a significant move is close. This Bournemouth attacker has a contract with a £65 million buy-out clause applicable for a two-week window at the start of the month. Recent developments indicate Manchester City are now the frontrunners for his signature. Other interested parties like Chelsea and Tottenham reportedly have turned their attention to other options, potentially opening the door for clubs such as Manchester United or Liverpool to make a late move.

Marc Guéhi

This England defender has impress for Palace this season a previous transfer to Liverpool collapsing. As his contract due to expire in the close season, January is the London club's last chance to obtain a transfer fee for their skipper. A host of elite clubs, including City and several European giants including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to be interested. However, a January departure is considered unlikely, especially given the manager's dependence on the player.

Brennan Johnson

The Wales winger has had starting minutes hard to come by at Spurs this campaign. Despite being the side's top scorer the previous campaign, Johnson has begun just a small number of Premier League matches. It is understood the London outfit would be open to a transfer for the correct valuation, believed to be in the region of £40 million. The Cherries are currently at the front of the queue, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford also showing an inquiry.

Spurs rate the Welsh international at around forty million pounds.

R. Neves

This Portuguese playmaker might be poised for a comeback to the Premier League following a period in Saudi Arabia. Now only twenty-eight, while his contract ending in the summer, he represents a possible opportunity. Teams like Liverpool and Manchester United are connected to the former Wolves man. Furthermore, there are suggestions from Spanish media that he is prepared to accept a pay cut for a move to Real Madrid.

M. ter Stegen

The experienced Germany goalkeeper is now as the third option at Barcelona following the coach Hansi Flick. Having fallen out of favour and had surgery, a winter exit seems highly probable. Villa were initially mentioned as a potential suitor, but that option now appears off. Instead, interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are reportedly expressing curiosity in the 33-year-old.

Ivan Toney

The proven English centre-forward has kept finding the net frequently in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League could enhance his fading chances of making the England World Cup. But, securing a deal poses major hurdles. Al-Ahli are reluctant to sell him, and his reported huge salary render any agreement difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been linked as admirers.

Ivan Toney helped his Saudi club to a win in the domestic cup final.

C. Gallagher

This dynamic English midfielder attracted considerable attention in the off-season but remained at Atlético Madrid. Having few starts in La Liga this term, he may be keen to secure more minutes ahead of the tournament. United have been heavily connected, and a return to Selhurst Park, where he excelled on a temporary deal, remains a option, although financial demands might prove a problem.

H. Elliott

Despite starring and winning the best player award at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, this talented player has struggled for game time on loan at Aston Villa. The manager has confirmed the loan move won't become permanent. Because of FIFA regulations regarding representing multiple teams in a season, a return to Liverpool before next summer appears to be the only available outcome.

K. Yildiz

This highly-rated Turkish attacker is in fine form for Juventus this season. As his existing contract running down, many English sides – such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are keeping tabs on the developments. Juventus are desperate to tie down the 20-year-old to a lengthy agreement but are in a battle to retain one of the continent's most promising prospects.

K. Smit

This highly-touted Dutch midfielder has earned parallels to Kevin De Bruyne for his playing style. Following impressing at the U19 Euros, he has broken into the AZ side. The 19-year-old is heavily expected to make a big-money transfer in January. Newcastle United are believed to be frontrunners, but could face strong rivalry from the Spanish champions for a deal priced at approximately twenty-two million pounds.