Arsene Wenger Tells Theo Walcott He Can Leave In January

Arsenal have reportedly given the nod to Theo Walcott to begin looking for a new club in January.

Theo Walcott could be on his way out in January after more than a decade with the north London club.

He has struggled to hold down a regular place in the Gunners’ side this season, making just 10 appearances in all competitions.

And The Sun claim he has been given the nod by Arsene Wenger to begin looking for a new club in January.

The report says the Frenchman no longer sees a future for Walcott at the Emirates and he wants the England international sold to raise transfer funds.

A switch to another Premier League side is most likely, with West Ham and former club Southampton both said to be interested.

Walcott’s departure is said to be part of a large clear-out of fringe players that Wenger is currently overseeing.

With the Gunners set to lose Alexis Sanchez and Mesut Ozil for nothing, the club reportedly want to recoup funds elsewhere for a summer spending spree.

Mathieu Debuchy, Carl Jenkinson and Calum Chambers’ futures are also said to be hanging in the balance.

Walcott joined Arsenal at 16 from Saints and wasseen as one of the brightest young talents in the English game.

However, he has struggled to live up to expectations with with England and Arsenal, winning only thee FA Cup trophies in his career.

This term he has been restricted to just 10 appearances - mainly in cup competitions - and has not started a single Premier League match.

He is under contract at the Emirates until June 2019.

ARSENAL have reportedly given the nod to Theo Walcott to begin looking for a new club in January.