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This winter transfer window is typically a time of significant speculation and potential big-money transfers. Several notable footballers are being connected to transfers away from their current teams. This article explores a selection of the key figures that are poised to be changing clubs in January.

Antoine Semenyo

Although the Black Stars' failure to reach the AFCON, this has left the player available, reports suggest a major move is imminent. This 25-year-old has a contract featuring a substantial buy-out clause applicable for a brief period in early January. Recent developments suggest Manchester City look to have won the race for his services. Other interested parties such as Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have turned their attention to other targets, leaving clubs such as Manchester United or Liverpool to attempt a last-minute bid.

M. Guéhi

This England centre-back has continued to impress for Crystal Palace despite a previous transfer to Anfield collapsing. As his contract set to run out in the summer, January is the London club's last opportunity to obtain a fee for their skipper. A host of elite sides, such as City and multiple European giants like Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, are believed to hold an interest. Yet, a January departure remains difficult, particularly given the coach's reliance on the player.

Brennan Johnson

The Welsh winger has found starting minutes hard to come by at Tottenham this campaign. Despite being the side's leading goalscorer last season, he has started just a small number of league games. It is understood the London outfit is open to a transfer for the right valuation, thought to be in the around forty million pounds. The Cherries appear to be leading the chase, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace also showing an inquiry.

Tottenham rate Brennan Johnson at around £40m.

R. Neves

This Portugal playmaker might be poised for a comeback to the English top flight after a spell in the Saudi Pro League. Still only 28, while his agreement expiring in the summer, he represents a possible opportunity. Teams such as Liverpool and Manchester United are connected to the player. Furthermore, there are suggestions from Spain that he is prepared to take a pay cut for a move to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

The veteran Germany goalkeeper finds himself as the third option at Barcelona following the coach Hansi Flick. After lost his place and had an operation, a winter departure looks increasingly likely. Aston Villa were once mentioned as a potential suitor, but that move now appears unlikely. Instead, clubs from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are reportedly showing interest in the 33-year-old.

I. Toney

This prolific English striker has continued finding the net regularly in Saudi Arabia. A return to the Premier League could enhance his fading chances of making the England World Cup. But, arranging a transfer presents major hurdles. Al-Ahli are reluctant to sell him, and his reported huge salary make any agreement difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been mentioned as admirers.

Ivan Toney was instrumental as Al-Ahli to a win in the domestic cup showpiece.

C. Gallagher

The dynamic midfielder attracted widespread interest in the off-season but stayed at Atlético. Having few starts in La Liga this season, he may be keen to find more playing time ahead of the tournament. Manchester United are strongly linked, and a return to Crystal Palace, where he shone on loan, remains a possibility, though financial demands might be a stumbling block.

Harvey Elliott

Despite starring and being named the best player award at the U21 Euros last summer, the talented player has found it tough for minutes on loan at Villa. Unai Emery has stated the temporary transfer will not become permanent. Due to FIFA regulations about playing for two clubs in a campaign, a move back to his parent club before next summer seems to be the sole viable outcome.

K. Yildiz

The highly-rated Turkish attacker is in excellent form for the Italian giants this term. With his existing contract nearing its end, a host of English clubs – including Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are keeping tabs on the developments. The Turin club are desperate to secure the 20-year-old to a lengthy contract but are in a race to keep one of Europe's brightest young talents.

Kees Smit

This much-admired Dutch teenage midfielder has drawn parallels to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. Following starring at the U19 Euros, Smit has broken into the AZ side. The 19-year-old is heavily expected to make a major move in January. Newcastle United are believed to be frontrunners, but are facing stiff rivalry from Real Madrid for a deal priced at around £22 million.