Lukas Podolski wants central striker role at Arsenal

Arsenal forward Lukas Podolski has revealed that he wants to play more as a central striker for the club.

The German has been frequently used as a left winger by manager Arsene Wenger since his summer move from Koln.

"I'd rather play as a central attacker," the 27-year-old told reporters.

"On the left I have to do a lot of defensive work, constantly running up and down. I am not a classical winger."

Podolski has scored four goals in 14 games for the Gunners so far this season.