ARSENAL manager Arsene Wenger remains convinced Theo Walcott has what it takes to become a fantastic striker''.
The teenager is set to return to the side for tonight's Carling Cup semi-final second leg at Tottenham, having been rested from the league trip to Fulham.
Wenger accepts Walcott, who turns 19 in March, is not where he was expected to be after two years with Arsenal, but maintains he will get there''.
Wenger reflected: People asked me do you expect more from him?' I said of course because I cannot expect less from an 18- year-old player and I believe that he is like every player and wants to play in every game.
I am amazed that people are surprised that he is a little bit frustrated when he doesn't play.
It is part of his job and part of his improvement.
Overall I am very happy with him. I've said many times he will be a striker because the timing of his runs, and he is clinical finisher."
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules hereComments are closed on this article