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The winter transfer market proves to be a time of significant speculation and possible major deals. A number of notable players find themselves connected to transfers out of their current teams. This article explores a selection of the top figures who are poised to be changing clubs this month.

A. Semenyo

Although the Black Stars' inability to qualify for the AFCON, this has left the forward available, it appears a significant move is close. This Bournemouth attacker has a contract with a sizeable release clause applicable for a short window in early January. Latest developments suggest the Premier League champions are now the frontrunners for his services. Other suitors like Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have turned their attention to other options, leaving clubs like Manchester United or Liverpool to attempt a late bid.

Marc Guéhi

This English centre-back has impress for Palace despite a previous move to Liverpool falling through. As his deal set to expire in the close season, January is the London club's final opportunity to obtain a fee for their skipper. A host of elite clubs, including City and several European giants including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly hold an interest. Yet, a winter departure is considered unlikely, especially given the manager's dependence on the defender.

B. Johnson

This Welsh forward has had first-team opportunities hard to come by at Tottenham this campaign. Despite being the club's top scorer the previous campaign, Johnson has started only a handful of league games. It is understood the North London outfit is open to a transfer for the right valuation, believed to be in the around forty million pounds. The Cherries appear to be at the front of the queue, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally showing an interest.

Spurs rate the Welsh international at around £40m.

R. Neves

The Portugal playmaker might be poised for a return to the English top flight after a spell in the Saudi Pro League. Now only twenty-eight, and with his agreement expiring in the summer, he represents a potential opportunity. Teams like Manchester United and Liverpool have been connected to the player. Furthermore, there are rumours from Spain that he is prepared to accept a reduced salary for a switch to Real Madrid.

M. ter Stegen

This veteran Germany shot-stopper finds himself as third-choice at Barcelona following new manager Flick. After fallen out of favour and had an operation, a January exit looks highly probable. Villa were once linked as a potential destination, but that move currently seems off. Instead, interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be showing interest in the 33-year-old.

Ivan Toney

This proven English centre-forward has kept scoring frequently in Saudi Arabia. A return to the Premier League might boost his fading hopes of making the England squad. However, securing a deal presents significant challenges. Al-Ahli do not wish to sell him, and his alleged huge salary render any move difficult. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all mentioned as admirers.

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

Conor Gallagher

The energetic English midfielder drew widespread interest in the off-season but remained at Atlético Madrid. Having few starting appearances in Spain this term, he may be eager to find more playing time ahead of the World Cup. Manchester United are heavily linked, and a move back to Selhurst Park, a club he shone on loan, is also a possibility, though financial demands might prove a stumbling block.

Harvey Elliott

Although starring and winning player of the tournament at the U21 Euros in the summer, the talented player has struggled for game time during his loan spell at Villa. Unai Emery has confirmed the temporary transfer will not become permanent. Due to FIFA regulations about representing multiple teams in a campaign, a move back to his parent club before next season seems to be the sole available outcome.

K. Yildiz

The highly-rated Turkish forward has been in excellent form for the Italian giants this term. With his current deal nearing its end, a host of Premier League clubs – including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the situation. The Turin club are eager to tie down the youngster to a new long-term agreement but are in a battle to retain one of Europe's most promising young talents.

K. Smit

The much-admired Netherlands midfielder has earned comparisons to a Belgian superstar for his playing style. Following starring at the Under-19 European Championship, he has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar side. This teenager is widely tipped to complete a big-money transfer in January. Newcastle United are believed to be frontrunners, but are facing stiff competition from Real Madrid for a deal valued at approximately £22 million.