Aitor Karanka has been talking to press recently about wanting a smaller squad going into the second half of the season, prompting speculation that he could be about to green light the sale of a number of players.

Forest were by far the most active side in the transfer market, bringing in a number of high-profile loans and permanent deals as they hunt a Premier League spot for next season.

They haven't been as dominant as some might have hoped, but they are still in touch with the leaders, albeit with a more pressing need to earn promotion. Their spending has been huge and that investment must yield an immediate return.

Karanka's latest comments could point to a training ground filled with players who are not involved and that makes getting messages across far harder. If he's working with a smaller group, it could mean those on the edges are disillusioned.

Whatever happens, there will be some outgoings this January. FLW looks at the players likely to be on the move, given the chance.

Bridcutt is sure to be the first out of the door.

He's had one minute of Championship action this season, with three further outings in the EFL Cup.

There's bound to be a Championship club with one eye on him as the answer to whatever problems they may have, so he's going to be best cutting his losses and starting afresh.

Yates won't be going permanently, but he's ripe for a loan spell somewhere this January.

There's no route to the first team for him, yet he was effective in League One last season for Scunthorpe.

He might do a job somewhere like Rotherham, otherwise a League One side would be wise to get him in quickly.

Watson is another big name being touted as a possible departure and given the number of defensive midfielders in the squad, it wouldn't be surprising at all.

He was a Karanka signing and a player who was meant to have a big impact, but progression has left the 33-year-old behind.

Ariyibi turned down a move to Chesterfield in the summer, but since then he hasn't kicked a ball in anger.

There must be a loan move in the offing for him, plenty of struggling League Two teams would benefit from his pace and industry.

He might even be allowed to move permanently, if the right deal can be struck.