Arsenal have adopted a new scouting policy as manager Arsene Wenger looks to bolster his squad when the transfer window opens in January.

Rather than concentrate on emerging young talent, Wenger wants to bring in men who are proven at the highest level.

On his current list of targets are Juventus striker Vincenzo Iaquinta and Roma midfield player Daniele De Rossi.

Iaquinta will be 29 this month and is an Italian international.

De Rossi is also a member of the Azzurri squad and though still only 25, has won more than 30 caps.

Though not a prolific scorer, Iaquinta has shown he can compete with the best and would be an ideal addition to the Arsenal strike force.

Wenger would have noted that De Rossi was outstanding against Chelsea in Roma's 3-1 win in the Champions League last Tuesday.

His problem is that both clubs are still involved in the Champions League and will be reluctant to let prize assets leave while they still have the chance of European glory.

But Wenger is determined to revive a season that promised so much and he has been assured that funds will be available.

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