Arsenal winger Theo Walcott is still not fit for a start as Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger revealed that he won’t be starting against Burnley.
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Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has confirmed that winger Theo Walcott is not ready for a start. Arsenal will face Burnley in Premier League games tomorrow.
The Englishman has been back to full training, he has also played for under-21 side of the Gunners and was a unused substitute last weekend against Sunderland.
It is also suggested that he might make his first appearance of the season this weekend but from the bench.
Walcott has not played for first team since January, he suffered a knee injury which sidelined him for almost 9 months. He has been training for the last three weeks and looks set for an opportunity to get back to his game.
Wenger told: “Theo Walcott is not completely ready, he’s been out for too long to start.”
It is expected that the boss is going to give him few minutes tomorrow. Swansea City will be next side for Arsenal after tomorrow and hopes the England international makes hsis first start in the Premier League.
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The 26-year-old has played nine season for Arsenal and is looking forward to make a debut in his 10th season.
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