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The winter transfer window is always a time of significant speculation and possible major deals. Several high-profile stars are being linked with transfers out of their present clubs. Here is a look at a selection of the key figures that could be on the move in January.

Antoine Semenyo

Although the Black Stars' inability to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations, which has left the player available, reports suggest an important move is close. This 25-year-old has a contract with a £65 million buy-out clause active for a short period at the start of the month. Latest reports indicate Manchester City are now the frontrunners for his services. Former interested parties such as Tottenham and Chelsea reportedly have turned their attention to alternative targets, leaving clubs like Liverpool or Manchester United to make a late move.

M. Guéhi

This England defender has excel for Crystal Palace this season a summer transfer to Liverpool collapsing. With his deal set to expire in the close season, January is the London club's final opportunity to secure a fee for their skipper. Numerous top sides, including City and multiple European giants like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to hold an interest. However, a winter exit remains unlikely, particularly given the manager's dependence on the player.

Brennan Johnson

The Welsh forward has found starting opportunities hard to come by at Tottenham this campaign. Although being the club's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, Johnson has begun only a handful of league matches. Reports suggest the North London outfit is open to a transfer for the right valuation, believed to be in the region of forty million pounds. Bournemouth are currently at the front of the queue, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally credited with an interest.

Spurs rate the Welsh international at around forty million pounds.

Rúben Neves

This Portuguese playmaker might be set for a comeback to the Premier League following a period in the Saudi Pro League. Still just twenty-eight, and with his contract ending in the summer, he represents a possible opportunity. Clubs such as Manchester United and Liverpool are linked with the player. Additionally, there have been rumours from Spanish media that he is willing to accept a reduced salary for a move to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

This veteran German shot-stopper is now as third-choice at Barcelona under new manager Hansi Flick. After lost his place and had an operation, a winter departure seems highly probable. Aston Villa were once linked as a potential destination, but that move now appears off. Instead, clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be showing curiosity in the 33-year-old.

I. Toney

The prolific English striker has kept finding the net regularly in Saudi Arabia. A return to the Premier League could enhance his dwindling hopes of making the England squad. But, securing a deal poses major hurdles. Al-Ahli are reluctant to sell him, and his alleged enormous salary render any agreement difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United are all mentioned as admirers.

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

Conor Gallagher

The energetic midfielder attracted considerable interest in the summer but stayed at Atlético. With limited starting appearances in Spain this season, he may be keen to find more playing time ahead of the World Cup. Manchester United are strongly connected, and a move back to Selhurst Park, where he excelled on loan, remains a option, although financial demands could prove a problem.

Harvey Elliott

Although starring and winning player of the tournament at the U21 Euros in the summer, this young player has found it tough for minutes during his loan spell at Villa. Unai Emery has stated the temporary transfer won't become permanent. Because of FIFA regulations about representing multiple teams in a campaign, a return to his parent club prior to next summer appears to be the only available outcome.

K. Yildiz

The highly-rated Turkey attacker is in fine form for Juventus this term. With his current contract nearing its end, a host of English sides – such as Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the situation. Juventus are eager to tie down the youngster to a lengthy agreement but are in a race to retain one of Europe's brightest prospects.

K. Smit

The much-admired Netherlands midfielder has drawn parallels to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. After starring at the Under-19 European Championship, he has broken into the AZ first team. This teenager is heavily tipped to complete a major transfer this month. Newcastle United are believed to be frontrunners, but are facing strong competition from the Spanish champions for a deal priced at around £22 million.