Transfer Talk: Arsenal in shock swoop for Italian 20 year-old?

Arsene Wenger is eyeing up yet another central defender

Could Arsene Wenger really be tracking yet another central defender?

Arsenal are considering a move to sign highly-rated Empoli defender Daniele Rugani, according to Talksport.

The 20-year-old has caught the eye of several top European scouts this term, with some impressive displays for his club - who currently sit two places outside of the relegation zone in Serie A.

Even though the Gunners are all set to sign Villarreal centre-back Gabriel Paulista, Arsene Wenger wants to further bolster his defensive ranks.

It's a deal that is more likely to happen in the summer window, but Arsenal will then face competition from Real Madrid for the signature of a player who is co-owned by Empoli and Juventus.

Manchester United are believed to be seeking 10million for Wilfried Zaha, with Crystal Palace looking to re-sign their former star.

The 22-year-old has struggled to make an impact at Old Trafford, since joining United in the summer of 2013, and SportinStorm.com understands a permanent switch Selhurst Park is on the cards.

Zaha has been on loan at Palace since the end of August and new Eagles boss Alan Pardew is keen to thrash out a deal to sign him as soon as possible.

But although Zaha himself is keen, the transfer fee remains a stumbling block. Palace are reportedly offering 6million, to be paid in instalments, but United want closer to 10million.

A further round of talks between the two clubs is expected to take place before the weekend.

Meanwhile, Roberto Martinez has warned the Everton fans that he may not sign a replacement for Samuel Eto'o in the current transfer window.

The veteran Cameroon frontman left Goodison Park for Sampdoria this week, having only joined the Blues last summer.

The departure of the former Chelsea man means Martinez is short of striking options, but the Everton boss told the Liverpool Echo that he is unlikely to find a solution before Monday's deadline.

The Spaniard stated: "If you want to rely on January to find solutions for your season then it is a big gamble, but we will carry on working."

Finally, West Brom boss Tony Pulis is considered a pre-deadline swoop for West Ham winger Matt Jarvis, according to the Daily Mail.

The England international, although impressing last season, has struggled for regular first-team action at Upton Park this term.

In fact, he's made just one start in the Premier League for the Hammers and just five appearances in all competitions. Championship club Cardiff are also keen on the former Wolves man.