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This winter transfer market proves to be a period of intense speculation and possible big-money transfers. Several high-profile stars find themselves connected to transfers out of their present teams. Here is a look at some of the top figures who might be changing clubs in January.

Antoine Semenyo

Despite the Black Stars' inability to reach the AFCON, which has left the player available, reports suggest an important move is close. This Bournemouth attacker possesses a deal featuring a £65 million buy-out clause applicable for a short window in early January. Latest reports indicate the Premier League champions have emerged as his services. Former interested parties like Tottenham and Chelsea reportedly have turned their attention to alternative targets, leaving clubs like Manchester United or Liverpool to make a late bid.

Marc Guéhi

The England defender has impress for Crystal Palace this season a previous move to Liverpool falling through. With his deal due to run out in the close season, January is the London club's final chance to secure a transfer fee for their captain. A host of elite clubs, such as Manchester City and several continental powerhouses like Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, are believed to be interested. Yet, a winter exit is considered unlikely, particularly given the manager's dependence on the player.

B. Johnson

The Welsh winger has found starting minutes limited at Spurs this campaign. Despite being the side's leading goalscorer last season, Johnson has begun just a small number of league matches. It is understood the North London outfit would be open to a sale for the right price, thought to be in the around £40 million. The Cherries are currently at the front of the queue, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford also credited with an inquiry.

Tottenham value Brennan Johnson at around forty million pounds.

R. Neves

The Portugal playmaker could be set for a return to the English top flight following a spell in the Saudi Pro League. Now just twenty-eight, while his agreement ending in the summer, he is a possible opportunity. Clubs like Liverpool and Manchester United have been connected to the player. Furthermore, there have been suggestions from Spain that he is prepared to accept a reduced salary for a move to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

The experienced German shot-stopper finds himself as the third option at Barça following the manager Hansi Flick. After lost his place and had an operation, a winter exit looks highly probable. Villa were initially mentioned as a potential suitor, but that move now appears off. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are reportedly expressing curiosity in the keeper.

Ivan Toney

The proven England centre-forward has kept scoring frequently in Saudi Arabia. Coming back to the Premier League might boost his fading hopes of making the national World Cup. But, arranging a deal poses major challenges. Al-Ahli do not wish to part with him, and his alleged huge weekly wages render any move difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been linked as interested parties.

Ivan Toney was instrumental as Al-Ahli to a win in the Saudi Super Cup showpiece.

Conor Gallagher

This dynamic midfielder drew considerable attention in the off-season but remained at Atlético Madrid. With limited starting appearances in Spain this season, he may be keen to secure more minutes ahead of the World Cup. United are heavily linked, and a move back to Selhurst Park, where he shone on a temporary deal, is also a option, although financial demands might be a stumbling block.

H. Elliott

Despite starring and being named the best player award at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, the talented player has struggled for minutes on loan at Villa. The manager has stated the temporary transfer won't become permanent. Because of FIFA regulations about representing two clubs in a campaign, a move back to Liverpool prior to next season appears to be the only viable outcome.

K. Yildiz

This exciting Turkey forward has been in fine form for Juventus this season. As his existing contract running down, a host of English sides – including Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are monitoring the developments. The Turin club are desperate to secure the 20-year-old to a new long-term contract but face a battle to retain one of Europe's most promising prospects.

K. Smit

This much-admired Netherlands teenage midfielder has earned comparisons to a Belgian superstar for his playing style. After impressing at the U19 Euros, Smit has become a regular in the AZ first team. The 19-year-old is widely tipped to make a big-money transfer this month. Newcastle are believed to be frontrunners, but are facing stiff rivalry from the Spanish champions for a deal valued at around £22 million.