Three In, Three Out For Arsenal, With £60m Worth Of Signings Imminent

2) Lars Bender – Bayer Leverkusen 

The German provides his side with a combative and energetic presence in the middle of the park. While he can pass the ball well and occasionally drive through the centre as well – he prides himself on his ability to win back possession with tackles and interceptions. The Gunners need a defensive midfielder of this ilk – and Bender will provide a superb platform from which the likes of Aaron Ramsey, Jack Wilshere and Santi Cazorla can perform.