Ox: We must keep fox in box Theo

Arsenal 7 Newcastle 3

Walcott has so far refused to sign an extension to his current deal that expires in the summer after moving from Southampton in 2006.

Part of the problem has been manager Arsene Wenger’s reluctance to employ him in a central striker’s role but after taking his tally to seven goals in his last six appearances since finally being given an opportunity in that position, the Frenchman has admitted the 23-year-old proved himself.