Barcelona keen on Theo Walcott

Barcelona are believed to be plotting a January move for Arsenal striker Theo Walcott, according to reports.

The England international signed a new long-term deal at the Gunners over the summer after manager Arsene Wenger promised him with more chances in his preferred centre-forward role.

However, it is yet to be known whether Wenger would keep Walcott upfront in the future given his lack of goals in major games.

German sports daily Bild now claims that Barca will seek a replacement for Pedro, who joined Chelsea in the recently concluded transfer window.

It is added that Walcott tops the club's shortlist for January when their transfer ban concludes.