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Nicholas on Man United and Arsenal’s squads: I'm delighted over this Gunners star's return
DANNY WELBECK can make a real contribution for Arsenal in the second half of this season.
Danny Welbeck has only recently returned to Arsenal following his injury lay-off
Those are the thoughts of former Arsenal star-turned-pundit Charlie Nicholas.
Welbeck made his comeback after eight months out with a knee injury in the recent 2-1 FA Cup win over Preston.
Although Welbeck will have work to do to supplant Olivier Giroud and Alexis Sanchez, Nicholas thinks the 26-year-old is still an invaluable squad member.
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Charlie Nicholas thinks Danny Welbeck can still vital for Arsene Wenger
I’m very pleased he’s back and I’m sure he will make a contribution
And Nicholas has explained why he is delighted Welbeck is back.
“He’s not a big goalscorer but his energy and the ambition he’ll have to prove himself make him a real asset to the squad,” Nicholas told Sky Sports.
“Just look at the goal he got against Leicester last season. He keeps fighting until the end. He won’t score a big amount of goals but he will make a contribution and gives the strength in depth which is so important when you get to the business end of the season.
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“Arsenal and Manchester United have the strongest squads in the top six and that will come into play with the FA Cup and Champions League.
“I’m very pleased he’s back and I’m sure he will make a contribution.”
Arsenal are fourth in the Premier League table, and face Burnley next on Sunday (2:15pm).
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