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This winter transfer market proves to be a time of significant rumour and potential big-money transfers. Numerous high-profile stars are being linked with moves away from their current teams. We examine some of the key names that could be on the move in January.

A. Semenyo

Although the Black Stars' inability to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations, which has left the forward in contention, reports suggest an important transfer is close. This Bournemouth attacker has a contract with a £65 million buy-out clause applicable for a brief window in early January. Latest reports suggest the Premier League champions have emerged as his services. Former interested parties such as Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have turned their attention to other targets, leaving teams such as Liverpool or Manchester United to make a last-minute bid.

Marc Guéhi

This English defender has impress for Crystal Palace this season a summer transfer to Liverpool collapsing. As his contract set to expire in the close season, January is the London club's final chance to obtain a transfer fee for their captain. Numerous top sides, including Manchester City and several continental powerhouses including Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, reportedly be interested. However, a January exit is considered unlikely, particularly given the coach's dependence on the defender.

B. Johnson

The Wales winger has found first-team minutes hard to come by at Tottenham this campaign. Despite finishing as the side's leading goalscorer the previous campaign, Johnson has begun just a small number of league matches. It is understood the North London outfit is willing to consider a transfer for the correct price, believed to be in the around £40 million. The Cherries appear to be leading the chase, with Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Brentford additionally showing an inquiry.

Spurs value the Welsh international at approximately £40m.

Rúben Neves

The Portugal playmaker could be poised for a return to the English top flight following a period in the Saudi Pro League. Now just 28, and with his agreement expiring in the summer, he represents a potential bargain. Teams such as Liverpool and Manchester United are linked with the player. Furthermore, there have been rumours from Spain that he is willing to accept a reduced salary for a move to Real Madrid.

M. ter Stegen

This veteran German shot-stopper is now as the third option at Barça under new manager Flick. Having fallen out of favour and undergone surgery, a January departure looks highly likely. Villa were initially mentioned as a possible suitor, but that move currently seems unlikely. Instead, clubs from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are reportedly expressing interest in the 33-year-old.

Ivan Toney

The proven England centre-forward has kept scoring frequently in the Middle East. Coming back to the Premier League might enhance his dwindling chances of being in the national World Cup. But, arranging a transfer presents significant hurdles. His current club are reluctant to sell him, and his reported huge weekly wages render any agreement difficult. Tottenham, Manchester United, and Everton are all mentioned as interested parties.

The striker was instrumental as his Saudi club to victory in the Saudi Super Cup showpiece.

C. Gallagher

The dynamic midfielder attracted widespread interest in the summer but remained at Atlético. Having few starts in Spain this term, he may be eager to secure more minutes ahead of the World Cup. Manchester United have been heavily linked, and a return to Crystal Palace, a club he shone on loan, remains a possibility, although wage demands could be a stumbling block.

H. Elliott

Although starring and being named player of the tournament at the U21 Euros in the summer, the talented midfielder has struggled for game time during his loan spell at Aston Villa. Unai Emery has stated the loan move won't be made permanent. Due to specific rules regarding playing for two clubs in a campaign, a move back to Liverpool before next season seems to be the sole available solution.

K. Yildiz

This exciting Turkey attacker is in excellent form for Juventus this term. As his existing deal running down, a host of English clubs – including Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool – are keeping tabs on the situation. Juventus are eager to secure the youngster to a new long-term agreement but are in a race to retain one of the continent's most promising young talents.

K. Smit

The much-admired Dutch midfielder has drawn comparisons to Kevin De Bruyne for his style of play. Following starring at the Under-19 European Championship, he has broken into the AZ first team. The teenager is heavily tipped to make a big-money transfer this month. Newcastle are believed to be frontrunners, but could face stiff competition from Real Madrid for a deal priced at approximately £22 million.