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This winter transfer window is typically a time of significant speculation and potential major deals. Several high-profile stars find themselves linked with moves away from their present teams. This article explores some of the top names that might be changing clubs in January.

Antoine Semenyo

Although the Black Stars' failure to reach the AFCON, this has left the forward in contention, indications are a major move is imminent. This 25-year-old possesses a deal with a £65 million buy-out clause applicable for a short period in early January. Recent developments suggest Manchester City have emerged as his signature. Other interested parties such as Tottenham and Chelsea reportedly have moved on to other targets, leaving teams like Manchester United or Liverpool to make a last-minute move.

M. Guéhi

This England defender has continued to excel for Crystal Palace despite a summer transfer to Anfield collapsing. As his deal set to run out in the summer, January is the club's last chance to obtain a fee for their skipper. Numerous top clubs, such as Manchester City and multiple European giants like Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, are believed to be interested. Yet, a winter departure remains difficult, particularly given the coach's dependence on the player.

Brennan Johnson

This Welsh winger has found first-team minutes hard to come by at Spurs this campaign. Despite being the club's leading goalscorer last season, Johnson has begun just a small number of Premier League matches. It is understood the London outfit would be willing to consider a sale for the right valuation, thought to be in the region of £40 million. The Cherries are currently leading the chase, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally credited with an inquiry.

Tottenham rate Brennan Johnson at approximately £40m.

R. Neves

This Portuguese midfielder might be poised for a comeback to the English top flight following a period in Saudi Arabia. Still only twenty-eight, and with his contract expiring in the summer, he represents a possible opportunity. Teams like Liverpool and Manchester United have been linked with the player. Furthermore, there have been rumours from Spanish media that he is willing to take a reduced salary for a switch to the Spanish giants.

M. ter Stegen

This veteran German goalkeeper finds himself as third-choice at Barça following the manager Flick. Having fallen out of favour and had surgery, a winter departure seems increasingly likely. Aston Villa were initially linked as a potential suitor, but that option currently seems unlikely. Instead, clubs from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are reportedly showing interest in the 33-year-old.

I. Toney

The proven England striker has kept finding the net frequently in Saudi Arabia. A return to the Premier League could boost his fading chances of making the England squad. However, arranging a deal poses major hurdles. His current club do not wish to sell him, and his reported huge weekly wages make any move complicated. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United are all linked as admirers.

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

C. Gallagher

This dynamic midfielder drew widespread attention in the summer but stayed at Atlético Madrid. Having limited starting appearances in Spain this term, he is eager to find more minutes ahead of the World Cup. United are heavily linked, and a return to Selhurst Park, a club he shone on a temporary deal, is also a possibility, though financial constraints might prove a problem.

Harvey Elliott

Although starring and being named the best player award at the U21 Euros in the summer, the talented midfielder has found it tough for game time during his loan spell at Aston Villa. The manager has confirmed the loan move will not become permanent. Because of FIFA regulations about playing for two clubs in a campaign, a move back to Liverpool before next season seems to be the sole available outcome.

Kenan Yildiz

This highly-rated Turkey forward is in fine form for Juventus this season. As his existing contract running down, a host of Premier League clubs – such as Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the situation. The Turin club are desperate to tie down the 20-year-old to a new long-term contract but are in a race to retain one of the continent's brightest young talents.

K. Smit

The highly-touted Netherlands midfielder has drawn parallels to a Belgian superstar for his style of play. Following impressing at the U19 Euros, he has broken into the AZ Alkmaar side. The 19-year-old is heavily tipped to make a major move in January. Newcastle are believed to be leading the chase, but could face strong competition from the Spanish champions for a deal priced at around £22 million.