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This winter transfer market is always a time of intense speculation and possible big-money moves. A number of notable players find themselves connected to transfers away from their current teams. Here is a look at a selection of the major names who could be on the move this month.

Antoine Semenyo

Despite Ghana's inability to qualify for the AFCON, this has kept the player in contention, indications are a major move is imminent. The Bournemouth attacker has a contract featuring a £65 million buy-out clause active for a brief period in early January. Latest reports point to Manchester City look to have won the race for his services. Other interested parties such as Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have moved on to alternative options, potentially opening the door for teams like Manchester United or Liverpool to make a late move.

M. Guéhi

The England centre-back has continued to impress for Crystal Palace this season a summer transfer to Anfield falling through. With his contract due to expire in the close season, January is the London club's final chance to obtain a fee for their skipper. Numerous top clubs, such as City and multiple European giants like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, are believed to be interested. However, a January departure is considered difficult, particularly given the manager's dependence on the defender.

Brennan Johnson

This Wales winger has found starting minutes hard to come by at Tottenham this campaign. Despite finishing as the side's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, Johnson has started only a small number of league games. It is understood the London club would be willing to consider a sale for the right price, thought to be in the region of £40 million. The Cherries appear to be at the front of the queue, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace additionally credited with an interest.

Tottenham value the Welsh international at around £40m.

Rúben Neves

The Portugal midfielder could be set for a return to the Premier League after a period in the Saudi Pro League. Now just 28, while his agreement ending in the summer, he is a possible bargain. Clubs such as Liverpool and Manchester United have been linked with the player. Furthermore, there have been suggestions from Spanish media that he would be willing to accept a pay cut for a move to Real Madrid.

Marc-André ter Stegen

The experienced German goalkeeper is now as the third option at Barça following new coach Flick. After lost his place and undergone an operation, a January departure looks highly probable. Villa were initially linked as a possible suitor, but that move currently seems unlikely. Instead, clubs from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are reportedly showing interest in the keeper.

Ivan Toney

This proven English striker has continued scoring regularly in Saudi Arabia. Coming back to the Premier League could enhance his fading hopes of being in the England squad. But, securing a deal poses major hurdles. His current club are reluctant to sell him, and his reported huge salary render any move complicated. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United are all mentioned as admirers.

Ivan Toney helped Al-Ahli to victory in the Saudi Super Cup final.

Conor Gallagher

This energetic English midfielder drew considerable attention in the off-season but remained at Atlético Madrid. Having limited starts in La Liga this season, he may be keen to find more minutes ahead of the World Cup. Manchester United have been heavily linked, and a return to Selhurst Park, where he excelled on loan, is also a option, although wage constraints could prove a problem.

Harvey Elliott

Although excelling and winning the best player award at the Under-21 European Championship in the summer, the young midfielder has found it tough for minutes on loan at Aston Villa. The manager has stated the loan move will not become permanent. Because of specific rules regarding representing multiple teams in a season, a return to his parent club prior to next season seems to be the sole available outcome.

Kenan Yildiz

The exciting Turkey attacker has been in excellent form for the Italian giants this season. As his existing contract running down, many Premier League clubs – including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are monitoring the developments. The Turin club are desperate to tie down the 20-year-old to a new long-term contract but face a race to keep one of Europe's most promising young talents.

K. Smit

This much-admired Netherlands teenage midfielder has drawn comparisons to Kevin De Bruyne for his playing style. After impressing at the U19 Euros, Smit has broken into the AZ Alkmaar first team. The teenager is heavily expected to complete a major move this month. Newcastle reportedly are leading the chase, but could face strong rivalry from Real Madrid for a signing priced at approximately £22 million.