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Theo Walcott: Arsenal would be more dangerous with £60m Englishman
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Highlights
  • Theo Walcott suggests that Arsenal would be an even bigger threat if they signed a certain Brentford forward.
  • Arsenal failed to register a shot on target in their recent Champions League defeat against Porto.
  • Walcott implies that he is a fan of Ivan Toney and believes his presence would enhance the Gunners' attacking prowess.
"I've said this numerous times recently, I think the argument about Arsenal's lack of prolific goalscorer will rear its ugly head again," said former Gunners winger Theo Walcott. Although not explicitly naming him, it is heavily implied that Walcott is referring to Brentford forward Ivan Toney as someone he admires. After two resounding Premier League wins where they scored 11 unanswered goals, Arsenal faltered in their Champions League match against Porto by failing to register a single shot on target for the first time in two years. The lack of cutting edge cost them dearly as Galeno scored from long range deep into stoppage time. Despite recent successes, discussions surrounding the need for an additional centerforward have resurfaced within the club and fans alike. A clinical and tall striker like Toney could greatly benefit Arsenal according to many pundits and supporters who believe his proven track record in the Premier League makes him an ideal signing for the Gunners during summer transfer window. However, given financial fair play constraints during January transfer window coupled with high price tags associated with top strikers midseason acquisitions are often challenging propositions due clubs' reluctance to lose key goalscoring assets halfway through campaigns. While it may seem apparent now that action should have been taken by Arsenal earlier when addressing striking options amidst last summer's transfer market activity; one must also acknowledge other pressing issues were addressed at midfield positions. Looking ahead, it remains to be seen how far the Gunners can progress this season and anticipate further strengthening during the summer window to elevate their performance levels even higher."

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