By Aston
October 13 2010

Arsenal have again been linked with a move for Town striker Connor Wickham, with a reported source at Arsenal confirming the London clubs interest.

The reported Arsenal source has been quoted as saying: "Arsenal are looking at him but they don't normally make rash decisions, they like to be sure in what they're getting.

"They always want to have plenty of views and want to know warts and all of what they are getting. I would be surprised if he goes in January. Next summer is more likely."

"Apart from his physical attributes, which are there for everybody to see, he is quick, which you don't always get with big guys, Connor Wickham is good at holding the ball up although at that age there are bound to be rough edges. Balls sometimes bounce off him that shouldn't do. For his size, he can improve his heading as well, which is about timing.

"Clubs like Arsenal will be looking for a rounded package, somebody who can fit into their technical passing style. They will not want moves to break down or slowed down by a striker who is not in tune with the midfielders."

The 17-year-old has been away with the England U-19 team this week, where he has scored one goal in his three games and he is expected to be in the Town squad for the game against Coventry at the weekend. 

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