Walcott Loan Deal Played Down

Last updated : 14 July 2006 By Sam
The 17-year-old star has been linked with a season long loan spell at The Hawthorns as part of a deal that would see Baggies defender Curtis Davies move to The Gunners.

However, Walcott's agent Warwick Horton has told the Daily Express newspaper: "I am in regular touch with Arsenal and there has never once been a suggestion of Theo going out on loan.

"He has learnt an awful lot since joining the club and was delighted Thierry Henry signed a new contract because he loves working with him in training.

"He is looking forward to starting the new season at the new Emirates Stadium and there is no reason why that won't happen."