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The winter transfer window is typically a period of significant rumour and potential major moves. A number of high-profile players are being linked with transfers away from their present teams. Here is a look at a selection of the top figures who might be changing clubs this month.

Antoine Semenyo

Although the Black Stars' failure to qualify for the AFCON, which has left the player in contention, indications are an important transfer is imminent. The Bournemouth attacker has a contract with a sizeable release clause applicable for a short window at the start of the month. Latest reports suggest the Premier League champions have emerged as his services. Former suitors like Tottenham and Chelsea are said to have moved on to alternative targets, leaving clubs like Manchester United or Liverpool to attempt a last-minute move.

Marc Guéhi

This England defender has continued to impress for Palace this season a summer move to Liverpool falling through. With his deal due to run out in the close season, January is the club's final opportunity to obtain a fee for their captain. Numerous elite clubs, such as City and several European giants including Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, reportedly be interested. Yet, a January exit remains unlikely, particularly given the manager's dependence on the player.

B. Johnson

This Welsh forward has had first-team minutes limited at Tottenham this term. Despite finishing as the club's top scorer the previous campaign, he has started only a handful of league games. Reports suggest the North London outfit is willing to consider a transfer for the correct valuation, believed to be in the around forty million pounds. The Cherries are currently leading the chase, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace also credited with an inquiry.

Tottenham rate Brennan Johnson at approximately £40m.

R. Neves

This Portugal midfielder might be set for a return to the Premier League following a spell in Saudi Arabia. Now only 28, while his contract ending in the summer, he represents a potential opportunity. Clubs such as Liverpool and Manchester United have been connected to the player. Furthermore, there are suggestions from Spanish media that he is willing to accept a reduced salary for a move to Real Madrid.

M. ter Stegen

The experienced German shot-stopper finds himself as the third option at Barça following the coach Flick. After lost his place and undergone an operation, a January departure seems increasingly probable. Aston Villa were once linked as a possible destination, but that move now appears off. Instead, interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be expressing interest in the keeper.

Ivan Toney

This proven England centre-forward has kept finding the net frequently in Saudi Arabia. A return to the Premier League could boost his fading hopes of making the England World Cup. However, securing a deal presents major challenges. Al-Ahli are reluctant to part with him, and his alleged enormous salary render any agreement difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United are all linked as admirers.

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

C. Gallagher

The energetic midfielder attracted widespread attention in the summer but stayed at Atlético. Having limited starts in La Liga this season, he may be keen to find more minutes ahead of the tournament. United are strongly connected, and a move back to Crystal Palace, a club he shone on loan, remains a option, although wage demands might prove a stumbling block.

Harvey Elliott

Although excelling and being named player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, the talented midfielder has found it tough for minutes on loan at Villa. The manager has confirmed the loan move will not be made permanent. Because of FIFA regulations about playing for multiple teams in a campaign, a return to his parent club prior to next summer appears to be the sole available outcome.

Kenan Yildiz

The highly-rated Turkey forward has been in excellent form for the Italian giants this season. As his current contract running down, a host of English sides – such as Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the situation. Juventus are eager to tie down the 20-year-old to a new long-term agreement but are in a race to keep one of the continent's brightest prospects.

K. Smit

The highly-touted Netherlands teenage midfielder has earned parallels to Kevin De Bruyne for his playing style. Following starring at the Under-19 European Championship, Smit has broken into the AZ Alkmaar first team. The 19-year-old is heavily expected to complete a big-money move this month. Newcastle United are believed to be leading the chase, but could face stiff competition from the Spanish champions for a deal priced at around £22 million.