Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere has confirmed he is leaving after 17 years at the club but would he make a good signing for Manchester United.
Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere announced on Tuesday that he would be leaving the club when his contract runs out this summer.
The 26-year-old has made almost 200 appearances for the Gunners since joining from Luton Town 17 years ago.
A hotly-tipped young prospect, Wilshere’s Arsenal career has been significantly hampered by injury problems.
The Englishman put together an impressive 2017/18 campaign, making 38 appearances in Arsene Wenger’s final season at the helm.
Following months of negotiations between his agent and the club, Wilshere took to Instagram on Tuesday to say he would be departing the Emirates as a free agent.
In the announcement, Wilshere said a concern over the lack of first-team opportunities under new manager Unai Emery was behind his decision.
West Ham United appear early favourites to land the midfielder but some Manchester United fans have suggested he would be a good signing for Jose Mourinho’s men, especially for free.
United struggled to break opposition defences down at times last year and, should he stay fit, Wilshere could be a useful player to have at Old Trafford over the next few years.
Wilshere’s availability has sparked debate among United fans, with many taking to Twitter to call for the club to steer clear despite the early clamour for his services:
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