Premier League Transfer Rumours: 8 Hugely Hyped Deals That Might Just Happen

With the UEFA Champions League final having been decided, there are only another 10 days between now and the opening of the 2012 summer transfer window.

There are rumors upon rumors upon more rumors as to who, what, when and where is set to happen and the merry-go-round that is the summer market is sure to be one of great excitement this season.

A summer packed with both the UEFA European Championship, 2012 Summer Olympic Soccer tournament and more around the globe is sure to make the case for many up and coming stars as well as seasoned veterans to get new contracts and opportunity.

However, there are some deals that are being tracked and hyped beyond all others. With only days to go before the madness starts, here are the top rumors that could come to fruition once the window opens.

Luka Modric

Luka Modric has appeared to be looking for a way out of Tottenham for the last year.

Manchester United, Chelsea and Manchester City have all been labeled as interested parties domestically, while Real Madrid has been said to be a possible destination on the continent.

However, Chelsea's victory in the UEFA Champions League final may have given him the window he has been searching for.

Nicolas Gaitan

Benfica midfielder Nicolas Gaitan continues to be linked with a move to Manchester United.

As one of the brightest young talents that was seen on the top European seen this season, Gaitan will be attracting additional attention from around the continent that could drive his price up.

However, United looks to be the front runner for the versatile 24-year-old, but no official offer is said to be on the table and Gaitan and Benfica may wait until after the player's summer appearance with Portugal in the UEFA European Championship before making a decision.

A strong performance from Gaitan could see his value grow even larger than his currently believed £20 million.

Shinji Kagawa

Borussia Dortmund are doing all they can to try and strong arm 23-year-old starlet Shinji Kagawa into staying at the club.

However, it looks like it is only pushing him further away and making his transfer fee rise week after week.

Kagawa has reportedly had talks with Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson on the possibility of making a switch to the Red Devils according to Metro, as the Japanese international appears determined to make a move to England.

This summer will see his transfer become a battle as any club that feels they have the funds to sign the player will want him for his scoring and creative ability in the attacking third.

Clint Dempsey

Clint Dempsey has had a storybook year in the English Premier League.

The American has broken multiple records for a player from the United States in the EPL and ended the season on a massive high.

Arsenal and Liverpool were tipped as the leaders for his signature earlier in the month of May according to Metro, but the recent turmoil at Anfield could push the Gunners into the drivers seat despite the addition of Lukas Podolski.

Eden Hazard

There is no doubt that Eden Hazard is going to leave French side Lille OSC this summer.

It is already determined that he will go to England as it truly seems his ideal switch. However, the real debate is to where he will go when he does.

Tottenham was the first club thrown in the hat followed by North London rivals Arsenal.

Manchester United and Manchester City also have both been linked with the player.

However, the most recent has been a blockbuster move to Chelsea as the first London based club to win the Champions League once again looks hugely attractive for potential transfers.

Jan Vertonghen

Ajax Amsterdam captain and Belgian international defender Jan Vertonghen was thought to be heading for the Lilywhite side of North London.

But that may all change as Tottenham have taken a blow mecca for players in hopes of building a European career in England.

A partial meltdown and terrible run-in plus Chelsea staking claim to the last English Champions League spot leaves Tottenham without their biggest bargaining chips in the market.

Arsenal could now usurp the power in the struggle to sign Vertonghen and unite him with his national teammate Thomas Vermaelan at the heart of the Gunners' defense.

Didier Drogba Leaves on a High

Didier Drogba reached the pinnacle of club success this past weekend as he finally helped to deliver the UEFA Champions League trophy to the Chelsea fans.

After eight years, 338 appearances, 157 goals and 71 assists, Drogba has given it all to the Blues in a quest to claim the ultimate prize.

Now that he has done so, the 34-year-old is looking more and more ready to take a last contract and new adventure to take a transfer to China, leaving his legendary status at Chelsea unblemished.

Sergio Aguero

Real Madrid continue to chase Manchester City's Sergio Aguero into the summer.

First, the rumors included a swap with his fellow Argentine teammate, Gonzalo Higuain.

Now the move has grown to a massive £50 million offer from Madrid, according to FoxSports.

While it is not believed a deal with a massive probability, there are thoughts that City could allow Aguero to go in order to sign Arsenal's Robin Van Persie.

Conclusion

This summer is certain to be an interesting one to watch in the transfer market.

The major tournaments of the summer are also likely to cause many twists and turns in the market as well as players are sure to emerge from their national team contributions as much more inciting targets.

What are your biggest rumors believed to be coming true?

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