2011 Arsenal Transfer News: Gunners Prepare for January Raid

According to various transfer rumours, Arsenal FC are preparing for a very busy transfer period come January.

Whilst the entire media frenzy has been about Robin Van Persie's contract talks, it seems the Dutchman has given the clearest indication that he could stay at the Emirates.

Van Persie talked about the gratitude he has to manager Arsene Wenger and how this man turned him into a prolific striker. Van Persie also talked about the contribution Theo Walcott has made to his fantastic goal scoring form on Goal.com

GiveMeFootball.com reported that Arsenal and Tottenham have tabled offers for Brazilian striker Leandro Damiao. The Internacional sensation has netted 17 goals in 13 games this season and Wenger would like to bolster his attacking options.

Remember that Chamakh, Gervinho are all leaving for the Africans Cup of Nations and Wenger wants to get Van Persie some help.

The Daily Express claims that Arsenal are favourites to sign Jan Vertonghen for fee around £12 million. The Belgian international can play in midfield and as centre back and would be the perfect partner for his compatriot, Thomas Vermaelen.

On the outgoing front, several reports are linking Jack Wilshere and Song to Spain. Both Real Madrid and Barcelona are linked to signing the midfield duo, but Wilshere has already pledged his long-term future to Arsenal.

Sky Sports News confirmed today that Gary Cahill could be sold in January, as Bolton look to cash in on the player.