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The winter transfer window proves to be a period of intense speculation and possible big-money transfers. A number of high-profile footballers find themselves linked with transfers out of their present clubs. Here is a look at some of the key figures who are poised to be on the move this month.

A. Semenyo

Despite Ghana's failure to qualify for the AFCON, which has left the forward in contention, indications are a significant move is imminent. This Bournemouth attacker has a contract with a sizeable release clause active for a brief period in early January. Recent reports point to the Premier League champions look to have won the race for his signature. Other suitors like Chelsea and Tottenham are said to have moved on to alternative targets, leaving teams like Liverpool or Manchester United to attempt a last-minute bid.

Marc Guéhi

The England defender has continued to impress for Crystal Palace this season a summer transfer to Liverpool collapsing. As his deal set to expire in the close season, this represents the London club's final chance to obtain a transfer fee for their captain. A host of top clubs, such as City and several continental powerhouses like Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, are believed to hold an interest. Yet, a January exit remains difficult, particularly given the coach's dependence on the defender.

Brennan Johnson

This Welsh forward has found starting opportunities hard to come by at Spurs this campaign. Although finishing as the side's top scorer last season, he has begun only a handful of league games. It is understood the North London outfit would be open to a sale for the correct valuation, thought to be in the around forty million pounds. Bournemouth are currently at the front of the queue, with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Crystal Palace also showing an inquiry.

Spurs value Brennan Johnson at approximately forty million pounds.

Rúben Neves

The Portuguese midfielder might be set for a comeback to the Premier League following a period in Saudi Arabia. Now just twenty-eight, and with his agreement ending in the summer, he represents a potential bargain. Clubs like Liverpool and Manchester United are connected to the former Wolves man. Furthermore, there have been rumours from Spanish media that he is prepared to accept a reduced salary for a switch to Real Madrid.

Marc-André ter Stegen

The veteran German goalkeeper finds himself as the third option at Barcelona following the coach Flick. After fallen out of favour and undergone an operation, a winter exit looks highly likely. Villa were once mentioned as a potential destination, but that option currently seems unlikely. Instead, clubs from Turkey and Saudi Arabia are thought to be expressing curiosity in the keeper.

Ivan Toney

The proven England striker has kept finding the net frequently in the Middle East. Coming back to the Premier League might boost his fading hopes of being in the national World Cup. However, securing a transfer presents significant hurdles. Al-Ahli do not wish to sell him, and his reported enormous salary render any agreement complicated. Everton, Tottenham, and Manchester United are all mentioned as admirers.

Ivan Toney was instrumental as his Saudi club to victory in the domestic cup final.

Conor Gallagher

This energetic midfielder drew widespread attention in the off-season but stayed at Atlético Madrid. Having few starting appearances in Spain this season, he may be keen to secure more minutes ahead of the tournament. Manchester United have been strongly linked, and a move back to Crystal Palace, a club he shone on loan, is also a option, though financial constraints might be a problem.

Harvey Elliott

Although starring and being named the best player award at the U21 Euros last summer, the young player has struggled for game time during his loan spell at Villa. Unai Emery has confirmed the loan move will not be made permanent. Due to specific rules about representing multiple teams in a campaign, a move back to his parent club prior to next summer seems to be the only viable solution.

Kenan Yildiz

The highly-rated Turkish attacker has been in excellent form for Juventus this season. As his existing deal 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 agreement but are in a race to keep one of Europe's most promising prospects.

Kees Smit

This much-admired Dutch teenage midfielder has earned comparisons to a Belgian superstar for his style of play. Following impressing at the U19 Euros, he has broken into the AZ Alkmaar first team. The teenager is widely expected to complete a major transfer in January. Newcastle reportedly are leading the chase, but could face stiff rivalry from Real Madrid for a signing priced at around twenty-two million pounds.