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The winter transfer window is typically a period of feverish rumour and possible major deals. Several prominent stars find themselves connected to transfers away from their current clubs. Here is a look at a selection of the top names that could be on the move this month.

Antoine Semenyo

Although Ghana's inability to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations, which has kept the forward available, indications are an important move is close. The Bournemouth attacker possesses a contract featuring a £65 million buy-out clause applicable for a two-week window at the start of the month. Recent reports suggest Manchester City have emerged as his signature. Former interested parties like Tottenham and Chelsea are said to have moved on to alternative targets, potentially opening the door for teams such as Liverpool or Manchester United to attempt a last-minute bid.

Marc Guéhi

This English defender has excel for Crystal Palace despite a previous move to Anfield collapsing. As his deal set to run out in the summer, this represents the London club's final chance to secure a transfer fee for their captain. Numerous top clubs, such as City and multiple European giants like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly hold an interest. Yet, a January exit remains difficult, particularly given the manager's dependence on the defender.

Brennan Johnson

This Welsh forward has found first-team opportunities limited at Tottenham this term. Although being the club's top scorer the previous campaign, Johnson has started just a small number of league matches. It is understood the London club would be willing to consider a transfer for the correct price, believed to be in the around £40 million. Bournemouth appear to be leading the chase, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford also credited with an interest.

Tottenham value the Welsh international at approximately forty million pounds.

Rúben Neves

The Portugal midfielder could be set for a return to the English top flight after a period in the Saudi Pro League. Now only twenty-eight, while his contract expiring in the summer, he represents a possible bargain. Teams like Liverpool and Manchester United are linked with the former Wolves man. Additionally, there are suggestions from Spanish media that he would be willing to accept a reduced salary for a move to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

This veteran Germany shot-stopper finds himself as third-choice at Barça following the coach Hansi Flick. Having fallen out of favour and had an operation, a January departure looks highly likely. Villa were once mentioned as a potential destination, but that move now appears unlikely. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are reportedly expressing curiosity in the keeper.

I. Toney

This prolific England centre-forward has continued scoring regularly in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League could boost his dwindling hopes of making the England squad. But, securing a deal poses major hurdles. Al-Ahli do not wish to part with him, and his reported enormous weekly wages make any move difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been linked as interested parties.

Ivan Toney helped his Saudi club to victory in the Saudi Super Cup showpiece.

C. Gallagher

The energetic English midfielder drew widespread attention in the off-season but remained at Atlético. Having few starts in Spain this season, he may be keen to secure more minutes ahead of the tournament. United have been heavily connected, and a return to Crystal Palace, where he excelled on loan, is also a option, although wage demands could be a problem.

Harvey Elliott

Although starring and being named player of the tournament at the U21 Euros in the summer, the young player has struggled for game time on loan at Aston Villa. The manager has stated the loan move won't be made permanent. Due to FIFA regulations about representing two clubs in a campaign, a return to Liverpool before next season appears to be the only available outcome.

K. Yildiz

The exciting Turkey forward is in excellent form for the Italian giants this term. With his existing contract running down, many English sides – such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are monitoring the situation. Juventus are desperate to secure the youngster to a new long-term contract but face a race to retain one of the continent's brightest young talents.

K. Smit

This highly-touted Dutch midfielder has earned comparisons to a Belgian superstar for his playing style. After starring at the U19 Euros, Smit has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar side. The 19-year-old is heavily tipped to make a big-money move in January. Newcastle reportedly are frontrunners, but are facing strong rivalry from the Spanish champions for a deal valued at approximately £22 million.