Walcott’s Arsenal future closely linked with Van Persie’s

Theo Walcott could follow Robin Van Persie out of the Emirates this summer if Arsenal decide to sell their captain and prime asset. Van Persie has a year left on his contract and with negotiations over a new deal failing to materialise, the Gunners are reportedly ready to sell Van Persie to any club who can match their £30m asking fee and the Dutch striker’s salary demands.

England winger Walcott, who scored one and set up another in the Three Lions’ 3-2 win over Sweden earlier this week, is in a similar scenario to Van Persie’s. He also has a year left on his current deal and may opt for a switch if the Gunners decide to sell Van Persie to a rival club this summer.