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The winter transfer window is typically a time of feverish rumour and possible big-money transfers. Several prominent footballers are being linked with transfers out of their present teams. Here is a look at a selection of the top figures that could be changing clubs this month.

Antoine Semenyo

Despite Ghana's inability to qualify for the AFCON, this has kept the player in contention, indications are a significant move is imminent. The 25-year-old has a contract featuring a sizeable release clause applicable for a brief period in early January. Recent reports suggest Manchester City are now the frontrunners for his signature. Former interested parties like Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have moved on to other options, potentially opening the door for teams like Liverpool or Manchester United to make a last-minute bid.

Marc Guéhi

The England centre-back has continued to impress for Crystal Palace despite a previous move to Anfield collapsing. As his contract due to expire in the close season, this represents the club's last chance to obtain a transfer fee for their skipper. A host of elite sides, such as City and several continental powerhouses including Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, are believed to hold an interest. However, a January exit is considered unlikely, especially given the manager's dependence on the player.

Brennan Johnson

This Welsh forward has found first-team opportunities hard to come by at Tottenham this campaign. Despite being the side's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, Johnson has begun only a small number of Premier League games. It is understood the London outfit would be willing to consider a transfer for the correct price, believed to be in the region of £40 million. The Cherries are currently at the front of the queue, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally credited with an interest.

Tottenham rate Brennan Johnson at around forty million pounds.

R. Neves

The Portuguese playmaker might be poised for a return to the English top flight after a spell in Saudi Arabia. Still just 28, while his agreement expiring in the summer, he represents a potential bargain. Clubs such as Liverpool and Manchester United are connected to the player. Additionally, there have been rumours from Spanish media that he is willing to take a pay cut for a move to Real Madrid.

M. ter Stegen

This veteran Germany goalkeeper is now as the third option at Barcelona following the manager Flick. Having fallen out of favour and had an operation, a January exit seems highly likely. Villa were once linked as a possible destination, but that option currently seems off. Instead, interest from Saudi Arabia and Turkey are thought to be expressing curiosity in the 33-year-old.

I. Toney

This prolific England centre-forward has kept scoring frequently in the Middle East. Coming back to the Premier League might enhance his fading hopes of being in the national World Cup. However, arranging a deal presents major hurdles. His current club do not wish to part with him, and his alleged huge salary make any agreement complicated. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton have all been linked as admirers.

The striker helped Al-Ahli to a win in the Saudi Super Cup final.

Conor Gallagher

This energetic midfielder attracted considerable interest in the off-season but stayed at Atlético Madrid. With limited starting appearances in La Liga this term, he may be keen to find more minutes ahead of the tournament. Manchester United have been heavily connected, and a move back to Selhurst Park, where he excelled on loan, is also a possibility, although wage demands could be a problem.

H. Elliott

Although starring and being named player of the tournament at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, this young midfielder has struggled for game time during his loan spell at Villa. Unai Emery has confirmed the temporary transfer will not become permanent. Because of specific rules about representing multiple teams in a campaign, a return to Liverpool before next season seems to be the only viable solution.

Kenan Yildiz

The exciting Turkish forward has been in excellent form for the Italian giants this season. With his current deal running down, many English clubs – such as Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the developments. Juventus are eager to tie down the 20-year-old to a lengthy agreement but are in a battle to retain one of the continent's most promising prospects.

Kees Smit

The highly-touted Netherlands midfielder has drawn comparisons to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. After starring at the U19 Euros, Smit has broken into the AZ Alkmaar first team. The 19-year-old is heavily tipped to make a major move this month. Newcastle United reportedly are frontrunners, but could face stiff competition from Real Madrid for a deal priced at around twenty-two million pounds.