The TEN ‘Most Wanted’ Players In The Premier League

Another summer transfer window come and once more the rumour mill starts grinding its gears as everyone tries to predict the next big transfer. There have already been some big-name captures with Eden Hazard joining Chelsea, Shinji Kagawa signing for Manchester United and Arsenal announcing deals to bring Lukas Podolski and Olivier Giroud to the Emirates Stadium. Nevertheless, as clubs look for tried and tested Premier League players there could be a number of exchanges occurring within the league.
Robin van Persie has already announced his intention to leave Arsenal due to a lack of trophies while local rivals Tottenham Hotspur seemed consigned to losing Luka Modric, despite the impressive appointment of Andre Villas-Boas as manager. Of course, fans of both clubs will be desperate that their star players do not only serve to strengthen their domestic rivals, but it may be unavoidable. The duo are among two of the most desired players in the Premier League at the moment, but they are not alone. Here we take a look at the most wanted players in the English top flight who could be destined for a change in surroundings before the start of the 2012-13 season.

1.Clint Dempsey

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The American has been at Fulham for almost five years now but his most recent season was his most prolific as he netted a total of 17 league goals, contributing heavily to his side’s top-half finish. He has improved with every season in the Premier League and is no doubt deserving of regular European football. Liverpool are said to be his main suitors and at around the £10m mark Dempsey would be an astute signing. Capable of playing anywhere across the forward line his versatility will stand him in good stead at any club

2.Leighton Baines..........

Leighton Baines has consistently been one of the top performers at left-back in the Premier League since his move to Everton in 2007. He has amassed over 200 appearances in England’s top flight and his experience has now piqued the interest of Manchester United. Baines featured in England’s Euro 2012 squad but did not feature in any of the Three Lions’ four games. Nevertheless Sir Alex Ferguson clearly feels he will add something to the Old Trafford side and his exemplary dead-ball abilities also provide another case for his signature.

3. Adam Johnson......

Adam Johnson has largely been used as a fringe player at Manchester City which has seen his remarkable talent well underused. His lack of first-team football is what cost him a place in the England squad at the 2010 World Cup and Euro 2012, though he has shown real glimpses of quality throughout his time at City. Yet with more minutes in the first team unlikely to materialise, talks of a move to Liverpool or even Sunderland may not be far off. He could arguably contribute positively to any side in the Premier League but he will be desperate to get regular game time under his belt in the coming seasons.

4. Demba Ba

Ba enjoyed a wonderful season with Newcastle but the signing of Papiss Cisse overshadowed his performances.Ba is strongly linked with Liverpool...

5.Luka Modric

Harry Redknapp managed to persuade Luka Modric to stay at White Hart Lane last summer despite interest from London rivals Chelsea. Following the failure to qualify for the Champions League and the dismissal of Redknapp, the Croatian playmaker looks set to move on. Whether Chelsea will reignite their interest remains to be seen but his situation is reportedly courting attention from Real Madrid too. Manchester United will be unlikely to make a bid due to their recent signing of Shinji Kagawa. One thing is certain in that if Modric does leave Spurs this summer, he will not come cheaply

6.Fabricio Coloccini

Fabricio Coloccini had his best season with Newcastle United last season, showing vast improvements from his early days when he looked out of his depth. Now at 30-years-old he is a seasoned defender and is reported to be drawing the attentions of Manchester City. It seems highly unlikely to materialise but despite gaining Europa League football with the Magpies their most integral players continue to be linked to moves away.

7.Marouane Fellaini

In his four seasons at Everton Marouane Fellaini has proved he is more than just a voluminous afro. His dynamic performances have warranted rumours of Premier League giants Manchester United and Chelsea sniffing around so David Moyes could yet again face a battle to keep his team’s key players at Goodison Park this summer. Capable of playing in a deeper, combative role or in the hole behind the striker, Fellaini is a well-rounded midfielder and at just 24-years-old his best years should still be to come.

8.Victor Moses.

The Nigeria international played an integral role in yet another late escape from relegation for Wigan Athletic. The highlight of his season being a fantastic double against Newcastle United in their third-from-last fixture. The Latics are now in discussion with Chelsea over the sale of the 21-year-old as the Blues continue to assemble a number of pacy wide players. A product of Crystal Palace‘s youth system, Moses has only recently shown signs of reaching his massive potential and will be desperate to secure a move to the reigning Champions League holders.

9.Theo Walcott.

Having been reluctant to commit his future to Arsenal until Robin van Persie had revealed his plans, Theo Walcott‘s future at the Emirates Stadium is now too in doubt. Walcott is entering the final season of his contract and has been offered a new deal, but refusal to sign would likely see him sold. An England regular, the 23-year-old will face few problems in finding a new home with Chelsea being suggested as one of the more likely destinations. Arsenal will be desperate not to let it come to that, but with Van Persie heading for the exit there may be little they can do.

10.Robin Van Persie

Robin van Persie rocked the Emirates stadium this week when he revealed he would not renew his contract at Arsenal, citing a lack of trophies as a key motivator behind his decision. With just one year to run on his contract it seems likely that the Gunners will allow him to leave this summer rather than miss out on a transfer fee by letting him leave when his deal runs out. Manchester United and Manchester City are among those interested but they will face stiff competition from the continent with AC Milan and Barcelona also reported to be interested. Arsenal fans would no doubt rather see him move abroad then strengthen their rivals

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