Arsenal’s ‘Jack The Lad’ coming to Toon?
Posted on December 15th, 2009 | 74 Comments |
Recently Arsene Wenger spoke to press and suggested that one option is to loan out the midfielder to a Championship club. And considering the lack of creativity in the side, it would seem a good option for Chris Hughton to try and bring Wilshere in, particularly as there may be no permanent incoming transfer alternatives in January.
Wenger admitted that it’s an interesting option for Wilshere to go out on loan to a team in the second tier and is keen for Wilshere to get more first-team football, saying:
“There is a chance (of a loan move) if we have an interesting opportunity,” said Wenger. “I would prefer the Premier League, but a top-level Championship club would be interesting as well.
“It is important for Jack now to play, and if we find a good opportunity, we will consider it.”
Hughton, is undoubtedly going to try and strengthen with permanent transfers in January, but given the likelihood that Mike’s cupboard is bare, he could be forced to look to loans again.
Hughton was telling the Shields Gazette:
“There are quality players out there – that’s what we have available to us.
“For us, it’s about getting what we need in the window, but we also know, after that, we’re also able to bring in players on loan. We’ve got to be very, very open to that.
“At the moment, it’s quite a tight squad. We’re quite happy with it, but the most important thing is we’ve got to make sure we’ve got enough to take us through to the end of the season.
“I think when it comes to loan signings, one of the problems when you’re taking players is how much football can you give them?
“What you’ve got to be confident in, is that if you bring somebody in on loan, that you’ve got to give them the amount of football they need.
“There are always decisions on any thoughts you have on players on loan – it’s something you think through carefully.
“But, at any stage we feel we need to bring in quality young players, or experienced players, we’ll make that decision.”
Wilshere is struggling to get into the first team but he’s one of Arsenal’s and the English game’s hot prospects. As an attacking midfielder, is he the sort of talent that we’re crying out for, and could we lure him to St James’?
As a gooner, if jack has to go out on loan, I would love for it to be Newcastle. This is because I honestly feel you guys are too good for the Championship and it’s almost like going to a premiership club. In addition, it would be good experience for him to go a club trying to win something rather than fighting to avoid relegation. However, one thing I do worry about is Newcastle’s record with injuries. It’s like you guys are cursed.