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Wenger delighted with Wilshere’s Arsenal commitment

Submitted by Andrew Slevison on Fri, 07/03/2009 - 02:00

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger is delighted that teenager Jack Wilshere has committed to the club long-term.

The 17-year old midfielder has pledged his allegiance to the Gunners, thrilling the French tactician.

"It is such great news that Jack has signed a new long-term contract,” Wenger told the club’s official website.

"Jack made great progress last season, playing at Under-18s, reserves and first-team level and we all witnessed what a great young talent he is.

"At just 17 years of age, the potential is huge for Jack and we are all delighted he has committed his long-term future to Arsenal."

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Submitted by totalfootballmadness.com (not verified) on Fri, 07/03/2009 - 02:08.

for me Arsenal have the best youth set up...

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