10. Christian Benteke – Aston Villa to Tottenham Hotspur
The Belgian striker has undoubtedly been one of the signings of the season as his goals have helped an inexperiences Aston Villa side keep their heads above water. The 22-year-old is wanted by a whole list of clubs but it is Spurs who lead the chase as they seek a replacement for the disappointing Emmanuel Adebayor.
9. Stevan Joetic Fiorentina to Arsenal
The Montenegrin forward has made the transformation from gangly awkward teenager to one of Europe’s most cultured and sought after players. He has returned the complements Arsenal have paid him be expressing his desire to play for the club one day but he is settled in Florence and Arsenal will need to be able to offer him Champions League football if they hope to land him.
8. Victor Valdes – Barcelona to Arsenal
The ever present goalkeeper shocked the world earlier this season by declaring his desire to leave the club with a fresh challenge in English football firmly in his mind. He has reponded positively to Arsenal’s advances as they look to ease their goalkeeping worries by signing a world class custodian.
7. Xabi Alonso – Real Madrid to Liverpool
Alonso has been quoted as saying that he misses life in the northwest of England but has decided to not say any more until the end of the season. Liverpool fans didn’t want him to leave in the first place and would welcome him back with open arms despite his advancing years.
6. Wayne Rooney – Manchester United to PSG
When Rooney first joined United, nobody ever would have imagined his relationship with the club going sour. However, an empty threat to leave recently has backfired as he has found his position in the squad under question thanks to the prowess of Robin Van Persie. There aren’t many who could afford him, but the French giants are one and they hope to make an audacious bid to take him to the capital.