Theo Walcott scored during the Emirates Cup last weekend
That is according to former Arsenal star Perry Groves, who believes the 28-year-old remains a vital part of Arsene Wenger’s side.
Walcott impressed with two goals during the Emirates Cup last weekend but remains far from guaranteed a starting role at Arsenal.
The England international is under contract at the club until 2019 and scored 19 goals for the Gunners last season.
And Gunners legend Groves admits Walcott may be tempted to force through a transfer if he cannot get the game time he wants.
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Theo Walcott is not guaranteed regular starts at Arsenal
"Theo needs to work out what he wants,” Groves told Bwin.
“The question is whether he’s going to get first team football.
“I would keep him because he's versatile, he can play wide or centrally.
“Unless he comes and says he wants to leave, we need to keep him as he offers something in the final 20-30 minutes that very few players can offer, pace and finishing."
Sead Kolasinac's brilliant assist for Theo Walcott goal
Arsenal remain hopeful both Mesut Ozil and Alexis Sanchez remain at the club, although they are both into the last 11 months of their contracts.
Alexandre Lacazette joined this summer to add further competition for a starting spot up front, while Olivier Giroud may remain at the club.
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