Joel Campbell straight into action during training camp back with the Arsenal squad

• Costa Rica striker Joel Campbell has joined Arsenal team mates in training
• 22-year-old had impressive World Cup as he looks to be in Wenger's plans
  
• Gunners are on a pre-season training camp in Austria
  
• Arsene Wenger's men play in the Emirates Cup this weekend

By Charles Martland

Published: 10:44 EDT, 30 July 2014 | Updated: 11:48 EDT, 30 July 2014

Joel Campbell has been pictured for the first time training with the Arsenal squad.

The 22-year-old got a taste of the action with the squad in Austria, where the club are holding a four day training camp before returning to host the Emirates Cup at the weekend, in which they play Benfica and Monaco.

Campbell impressed last season on loan at Greek champions Olympiacos, scoring eleven goals including a fabulous curling strike in a 2-0 first-leg victory over Manchester United in the last 16 of the Champions League.
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Looking to impress: Striker Joel Campbell has joined his Arsenal team mates at their training camp in Austria

Taking note: Arsene Wenger is keeping a watchful eye on the progress of Joel Campbell in Austria

He also showed his promise at the World Cup with Costa Rica, hitting the net against Uruguay and becoming an integral part of a side which unexpectedly reached the Quarter Finals before penalty shootout anguish against Holland.

The left-footed forward’s future at Arsenal remains unclear. With competition from the likes of Olivier Giroud and Yaya Sanogo, as well as the arrival of the dynamic Alexis Sanchez, he could find his first-team opportunities limited at the club.

Skills: Campbell will be hoping to show off his extensive skill set for Arsenal this campaign

Stuck in: new signing Calum Chambers (left) attempts to tackle Francis Coquelin (right) as the hard work starts

Preparation: The Gunners are getting ready for the Emirates Cup where they play Benfica and Monaco

An alternative would be for Campbell to be loaned for the fifth time in as many seasons. Several Premier League clubs including Southampton and West Ham are reported to be interested should the Gunners’ decide Campbell needs to play his football elsewhere next season.

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has not given any definitive answers on the Costa Rican’s immediate future. The Frenchman has said simply 'He will definitely come back to us for pre-season,' before adding 'He is maturing well.'

Focusing: Jack Wilshere (right) will be focusing on his form and fitness this season to regain a starting spot

Pivotal: Olivier Giroud (left) and Laurent Koscielny (right) will be crucial in Arsenal's trophy hunt this season

Competition: Wojciech Szczesny faces tough competition in goal this season with the signing of David Ospina