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The winter transfer window is typically a time of intense speculation and possible major transfers. A number of notable stars find themselves linked with moves away from their current teams. We examine some of the major names who could be on the move in January.

A. Semenyo

Despite the Black Stars' inability to reach the Africa Cup of Nations, this has left the forward in contention, reports suggest a significant transfer is imminent. This 25-year-old possesses a contract with a sizeable buy-out clause applicable for a brief window in early January. Latest developments indicate the Premier League champions have emerged as his signature. Former interested parties such as Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have moved on to alternative options, leaving clubs such as Liverpool or Manchester United to make a last-minute bid.

Marc Guéhi

This English defender has impress for Palace despite a summer transfer to Anfield collapsing. With his deal due to run out in the summer, this represents the club's final opportunity to secure a fee for their skipper. A host of elite clubs, such as Manchester City and multiple European giants like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to hold an interest. However, a January departure is considered unlikely, particularly given the coach's reliance on the defender.

Brennan Johnson

This Welsh winger has had starting opportunities limited at Spurs this campaign. Although being the side's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, Johnson has begun just a small number of league games. It is understood the North London club would be willing to consider a transfer for the right valuation, thought to be in the region of forty million pounds. The Cherries are currently leading the chase, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford also showing an inquiry.

Tottenham value the Welsh international at approximately forty million pounds.

R. Neves

This Portugal playmaker could be set for a return to the English top flight following a spell in the Saudi Pro League. Still just 28, and with his contract ending in the summer, he is a potential opportunity. Clubs such as Manchester United and Liverpool are connected to the former Wolves man. Additionally, there have been rumours from Spain that he is prepared to take a pay cut for a switch to the Spanish giants.

Marc-André ter Stegen

This veteran German shot-stopper finds himself as the third option at Barcelona under new manager Hansi Flick. Having fallen out of favour and undergone surgery, a January departure seems increasingly probable. Aston Villa were initially linked as a possible destination, but that move currently seems off. Instead, interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are reportedly expressing interest in the keeper.

Ivan Toney

The proven English striker has continued finding the net regularly in the Middle East. Coming back to the Premier League could enhance his fading hopes of being in the national World Cup. However, securing a transfer poses major hurdles. Al-Ahli do not wish to sell him, and his reported enormous salary make any agreement difficult. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United have all been linked as interested parties.

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

C. Gallagher

The dynamic midfielder drew considerable interest in the summer but remained at Atlético Madrid. With limited starts in Spain this term, he is eager to find more minutes ahead of the World Cup. Manchester United are strongly linked, and a return to Selhurst Park, a club he shone on loan, remains a possibility, though wage constraints might be a stumbling block.

H. Elliott

Although excelling and being named the best player award at the Under-21 European Championship last summer, this talented midfielder has struggled for game time during his loan spell at Villa. Unai Emery has stated the loan move will not become permanent. Due to specific rules about representing multiple teams in a season, a return to his parent club prior to next season seems to be the sole viable outcome.

K. Yildiz

The highly-rated Turkey attacker has been in fine form for Juventus this term. As his existing contract nearing its end, many Premier League sides – such as Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the developments. Juventus are eager to secure the 20-year-old to a new long-term contract but face a battle to retain one of Europe's brightest young talents.

K. Smit

The much-admired Dutch midfielder has earned parallels to Kevin De Bruyne for his playing style. After impressing at the U19 Euros, he has become a regular in the AZ first team. This teenager is heavily tipped to complete a big-money transfer in January. Newcastle United are believed to be leading the chase, but are facing strong competition from the Spanish champions for a signing priced at approximately £22 million.