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The winter transfer market is typically a period of significant rumour and possible major moves. Several notable footballers find themselves linked with transfers away from their current clubs. Here is a look at some of the key figures that might be changing clubs this month.

A. Semenyo

Although the Black Stars' failure to reach the AFCON, which has left the forward available, reports suggest a major transfer is imminent. The Bournemouth attacker possesses a deal with a sizeable release clause active for a two-week window in early January. Recent developments indicate Manchester City look to have won the race for his signature. Other interested parties such as Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have turned their attention to alternative options, leaving clubs such as Manchester United or Liverpool to attempt a last-minute move.

Marc Guéhi

This England centre-back has excel for Crystal Palace this season a summer transfer to Anfield falling through. With his contract due to expire in the summer, January is the club's final chance to secure a fee for their captain. Numerous top sides, including City and multiple European giants including Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, are believed to be interested. However, a winter exit remains unlikely, particularly given the manager's dependence on the player.

Brennan Johnson

This Welsh winger has had first-team opportunities hard to come by at Spurs this term. Despite finishing as the club's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, Johnson has begun just a small number of Premier League matches. Reports suggest the North London club is open to a sale for the correct valuation, believed to be in the region of forty million pounds. The Cherries appear to be leading the chase, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally showing an interest.

Spurs value Brennan Johnson at approximately forty million pounds.

Rúben Neves

This Portuguese playmaker could be set for a return to the English top flight following a spell in Saudi Arabia. Now only 28, and with his contract expiring in the summer of 2026, he represents a potential bargain. Teams such as Liverpool and Manchester United are linked with the player. Furthermore, there are suggestions from Spanish media that he would be willing to take a reduced salary for a move to the Spanish giants.

Marc-André ter Stegen

This experienced German shot-stopper finds himself as third-choice at Barça following the manager Flick. After lost his place and undergone surgery, a winter exit looks increasingly probable. Aston Villa were once linked as a possible destination, but that move currently seems off. Instead, interest from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be showing interest in the 33-year-old.

Ivan Toney

This prolific England striker has continued finding the net frequently in Saudi Arabia. A return to the Premier League might enhance his dwindling chances of being in the England World Cup. However, arranging a deal presents major hurdles. Al-Ahli are reluctant to sell him, and his reported enormous salary make any agreement complicated. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton have all been linked as interested parties.

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

C. Gallagher

The dynamic English midfielder drew widespread interest in the off-season but stayed at Atlético. With limited starting appearances in La Liga this season, he is keen to find more playing time ahead of the World Cup. Manchester United are strongly linked, and a return to Selhurst Park, where he shone on loan, is also a option, although financial constraints might prove a problem.

H. Elliott

Despite excelling and winning the best player award at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, this young midfielder has found it tough for minutes on loan at Villa. The manager has confirmed the temporary transfer won't be made permanent. Because of 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 Turkey attacker is in fine form for Juventus this season. With his existing deal running down, many Premier League sides – including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are keeping tabs on the situation. The Turin club are eager to tie down the 20-year-old to a new long-term agreement but face a battle to retain one of the continent's most promising young talents.

K. Smit

The much-admired Dutch midfielder has earned parallels to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. Following starring at the U19 Euros, Smit has broken into the AZ Alkmaar side. The 19-year-old is heavily expected to complete a big-money transfer this month. Newcastle United reportedly are frontrunners, but could face stiff competition from Real Madrid for a signing priced at around twenty-two million pounds.