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Daily Mirror
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Samuel Meade

Jack Wilshere underlines Mikel Arteta influence - despite Arsenal boss making job harder

Jack Wilshere admits his love for football has returned courtesy of his role coaching the Arsenal U18s.

The former midfielder is now spending his time in the dugout having called it quits on his playing career, which began in north London with so much promise. Wilshere was tipped to go to the top but constant injury problems, coupled with inconsistent form, eventually saw him leave and begin a nomadic end to his time as a player.

Wilshere is still only 31 but is now looking to inspire the next generation, with an FA Youth Cup semi-final to come against Manchester City. The former midfielder was only handed the gig with the teenagers after he returned to Arsenal in an effort to keep fit, but has thrived since getting the opportunity.

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