The 17-year-old playmaker is considered by many in the know to
be an England star in the making, and he only added to his
reputation with some eye-catching displays for the senior squad in
preseason.
Walcott told Arsenal's official matchday programme: “For a little
lad he’s very strong, he’s got a good left foot and his link-up
play and reading of the game is fantastic.
“He makes it look so easy when he plays and every time he gets the
ball and does something he brings a smile to your face.”
“I’m sure he’ll get a chance or two this season, he’s still young
so he’ll want to play, but he will need rest as well," he
continued, before inadvertently adding fodder to those who feel
that Arsenal are at a lack for English identity.
“It's nice to have another English face in the changing room
though, especially after Justin [Hoyte] left. I was sad to see
Justin go, but with Jack and Aaron Ramsey here too, there are a few
Brits in the squad.”