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Daily Mirror
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Kieran King

Mikel Arteta's reaction after being told to bring Theo Walcott back to Arsenal

Theo Walcott laughed off suggestions from his son that he should re-sign for Arsenal, which prompted a swift reaction from Mikel Arteta.

The 33-year-old is entering into his second full season at Southampton, having joined the club from Everton on a permanent deal last summer. However, Walcott made just 12 appearances in all competitions last term and failed to grab either a goal or an assist in the process.

It is safe to say Walcott has struggled for form ever since leaving Arsenal in 2018. He scored just 11 times in 85 matches for the Toffees, notching a further three goals during a season-long loan switch to Saints.

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