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This winter transfer window is always a time of intense speculation and potential major moves. A number of high-profile stars are being connected to moves away from their current teams. This article explores a selection of the key figures who might be changing clubs in January.

Antoine Semenyo

Although the Black Stars' inability to reach the Africa Cup of Nations, this has kept the player available, it appears an important move is close. This 25-year-old has a deal with a substantial release clause active for a two-week period in early January. Latest reports suggest Manchester City look to have won the race for his services. Former interested parties like Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have turned their attention to other options, leaving teams such as Liverpool or Manchester United to attempt a last-minute move.

Marc Guéhi

The English centre-back has impress for Crystal Palace this season a summer transfer to Liverpool collapsing. As his contract set to run out in the summer, this represents the London club's final chance to obtain a transfer fee for their captain. Numerous top clubs, such as City and several continental powerhouses like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to hold an interest. Yet, a January exit is considered difficult, particularly given the coach's reliance on the defender.

Brennan Johnson

This Wales forward has found starting opportunities limited at Spurs this campaign. Despite finishing as the club's top scorer the previous campaign, he has begun just a small number of Premier League matches. Reports suggest the London outfit would be willing to consider a transfer for the correct price, believed to be in the region of £40 million. Bournemouth are currently at the front of the queue, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace also showing an inquiry.

Spurs rate the Welsh international at approximately £40m.

R. Neves

The Portuguese midfielder could be poised for a comeback to the English top flight following a period in the Saudi Pro League. Still only 28, and with his contract ending in the summer, he is a potential opportunity. Clubs such as Liverpool and Manchester United have been linked with the player. Furthermore, there are suggestions from Spain that he is willing to accept a pay cut for a move to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

The experienced Germany goalkeeper finds himself as the third option at Barça under new coach Flick. Having lost his place and undergone an operation, a winter departure seems highly probable. Villa were once mentioned as a possible destination, but that option now appears unlikely. Instead, clubs from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be expressing interest in the 33-year-old.

Ivan Toney

The proven English centre-forward has continued finding the net frequently in the Middle East. A return to the Premier League could enhance his dwindling hopes of being in the national World Cup. However, securing a transfer presents major hurdles. His current club are reluctant to part with him, and his alleged enormous salary make any agreement difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United are all linked as interested parties.

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

C. Gallagher

The dynamic midfielder attracted widespread attention in the off-season but stayed at Atlético. With few starting appearances in Spain this term, he may be keen to find more playing time ahead of the World Cup. Manchester United are strongly linked, and a move back to Crystal Palace, where he excelled on loan, is also a possibility, although financial demands could be a problem.

Harvey Elliott

Despite excelling and being named the best player award at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, the young midfielder has found it tough for game time on loan at Villa. Unai Emery has stated the temporary transfer won't become permanent. Because of FIFA regulations regarding representing two clubs in a campaign, a move back to Liverpool before next summer appears to be the only viable outcome.

Kenan Yildiz

The exciting Turkey forward is in fine form for the Italian giants this term. With his current deal running down, many English clubs – such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Tottenham – are keeping tabs on the developments. Juventus are eager to secure the 20-year-old to a lengthy contract but face a battle to keep one of Europe's most promising young talents.

Kees Smit

This highly-touted Netherlands teenage midfielder has earned comparisons to a Belgian superstar for his playing style. Following impressing at the U19 Euros, he has become a regular in the AZ Alkmaar first team. The teenager is heavily tipped to complete a major transfer in January. Newcastle United reportedly are frontrunners, but are facing stiff competition from Real Madrid for a signing priced at approximately twenty-two million pounds.