Southampton attacker Theo Walcott is backing former club Arsenal to win the Premier League title.

Mikel Arteta's side have opened up a five-point lead at the top of the table, but have defending champions Manchester City chasing them down.

The Gunners have not won the league since 2004, but Walcott feels they have what it takes to end their drought this year.

When asked to give a simple 'yes' or 'no' answer as to whether Arsenal would finish top, Walcott told talkSPORT: "Yes!"

He continued: "I do. I really do actually.

"Look at Eddie Nketiah right now, he's having his opportunity and he's taken it with both hands.

"There's something about Arsenal right now, just the whole atmosphere there. I'm positive about it, I really am."