Theo Walcott could play against Sunderland tomorrow?

Thegoalmac can reveal that Theo Walcott will be subjected to a late fitness test ahead of Arsenal’s clash with Sunderland as he bids to make his first-team return at the Stadium of Light.

Arsene Wenger was pessimistic when asked about Walcott’s chances on Friday, telling reporters: "He has to get used to physical contact again. He has been out for nine months. It was a big injury.
"It takes time to settle and to get used to being kicked again. I am not sure to involve him tomorrow. He needs a game to feel completely confident but he is not far."

But reports suggests that Arsenal will test Walcott’s fitness on the morning of the game before making a final decision on his inclusion.

The news of the 25-year-old’s potential return will come as a welcome boost for Wenger, with a number of first-team stars – including Mesut Ozil, Olivier Giroud and Laurent Koscielny – still sidelined.