Reports in Spain claim Barcelona are looking to do some bargain hunting this summer, with Theo Walcott believed to be on their long list of possible recruits.
Mundo Deportivo suggests the Catalan club are keen to add to their squad at the end of the season and are thought to be monitoring several players around Europe, including the likes of Jordi Alba, Shinji Kagawa and Robin van Persie, whose contracts are set to expire next summer, as the La Liga outfit have limited funds to spend.
Walcott has been courted by Barca in the past and the Catalans could look to rekindle their interest in the England winger, who has yet to sign a new deal at Arsenal, putting Arsene Wenger and the north London club in quite a predicament. If Walcott fails to agree terms this summer, then the Gunners will have to decide whether to sell or allow the 23-year-old to leave for nothing next summer.
However, Wenger remains optimistic that the speedy winger will stay at Arsenal beyond his existing deal, but the player may just be tempted by the lure of other top clubs, including the world’s best team Barcelona.
Walcott has nine goals and assists for the Gunners this season in 43 appearances.
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Well said.BC. I think he would be better suited as a striker if he was getting on to the end of some of wilsheres defence splitting passes he would be in double figures for goals. So many times he has been in acres of space and no through ball to him,i dont know if the midfield can see the space or have just lost belief in him or thier not capable of the pass.??????. Walcott next season through the middle.Cos im sure thats what barca and sho ever else is thinking. Get Adam Johnston from Citeh yo fill Walcotts place and were laughing.
completely agree walcott through the middle is much better and adam johnson would be perfect for us!!
Hi Joey,
Actually what is your problem? Are u a spurs fan or do u hate arsenal or is there anything personal with Walcott? It seems like as if he had screwed your girlfriend….U sound like u have PMS…Get a grip and start supporting instead of complaining!!! Axxhole…
Come on guys, Wilco is a committed Gunner.People sometime can be irrational in their thinking. Do u think Barca ar group of dummies to continue wanting to sign the speed train.? Am unrepentant supporter of Wilcot.
I like Walcott and this season he has been great, he won’t go anywhere. He played really well this season,scored goals and also created many