Arsenal Transfer News: Latest Rumors Surrounding Gunners' Potential Moves

Arsene Wenger and Arsenal will be looking to make bold moves this offseason, hoping that the 2012-13 Gunners' squad can bring a title to Emirates Stadium for the first time since 2003-04.

The French manager has frequented the football gossip columns and has been linked to several young talents.

He has made his first move of the summer already, securing the services of German striker Lukas Podolski.

Here's all the latest news on the top Arsenal transfer targets.

Clint Dempsey

The Daily Mail reported in April that the Gunners were willing to throw £10 million toward Fulham to bring the American on board. 

At 29 years old, Dempsey is older than a typical Wenger transfer target, but he scored 23 goals this past season and can be bought relatively cheap. 

The Podolski signing may not bode well for Dempsey's hopes of moving across London, but if Robin Van Persie does not come back to the Emirates, Arsenal will need all the attacking help they can get.

Eden Hazard

The Belgian winger is one of the most coveted players in this year's transfer market, and just about everybody is hoping to sign him.

Wenger expressed his interest in February, according to the Guardian. But since then, Hazard has stated his intentions to play for one of the Manchester clubs. 

It appears that the Gunners will need to sign some defenders, as they will likely be going against Hazard next season.

Jan Vertonghen

Vertongen is one of the most talented young defenders available, and Arsenal needs depth at center back.

The 25-year-old Dutchman has been in good form for Ajax this season, and Tottenham are keen to steal his services for themselves, as The Daily Mail reports.

Wenger will have to be exceptionally charming if he hopes to convince Vertonghen to sign with the Gunners.

Olivier Giroud

Wenger loves good players and he loves French players. Giroud fits both these categories, so it's no surprise the Arsenal manager is interested.

The attraction is mutual and the 25-year-old Montpellier striker said that he likes the "French feel at Arsenal," according to the Telegraph.

This looks like a good move for all parties, especially if Van Persie leaves.

Yann M'Vila

This appears to be a done deal, and the French midfielder will reportedly join the Gunners on an £17.7 million transfer fee, as reported by Goal.com.

The 21-year-old played as a holding midfielder for French club Rennes. His size and stamina will help stabilize Arsenal's midfield.