Arsenal Transfers: 10 Deals That Could Happen In January

7. Morgan Schneiderlin IN

Arsenal are keen to sure up in the centre of the park by bringing in a top-class defensive midfielder this winter with Southampton star Morgan Schneiderlin at the top of Arsene Wenger's shopping list. The 25-year-old is said to favour joining one of the Premier League's big four as opposed to signing a new £50,000-per-week contract €“ a deal that would make him the highest-earning player at Saint Mary's. The situation has put number of top clubs on high alert, but reports suggest the battle for his services will be between Arsenal and Tottenham. A world-class defensive midfielder can do wonders for a team in the modern game €“ consider how important Nemanja Matic is to Chelsea. Aaron Ramsey and Mathieu Flamini have largely been the pair entrusted with the two deeper roles in Wenger's midfield and although they've held their own, it's hardly partnership that will drive a side to the Premier League crown. Word has it the Gunners will table a £15 million bid in an effort to secure the Frenchman's services for the second half of the campaign. It seems like a fair price, but the Saints could be reluctant to part ways with yet another star player. Probability: 7/10