Wilshere will be offered a new deal, says Wenger

Joe Williams

Arsene Wenger says Arsenal will offer Jack Wilshere a new contract in the new year – but admits he has not spoken to the midfielder since his loan spell begun.

The 24-year-old joined Bournemouth in the summer on a season-long loan deal in an attempt to provide him with some matches.

However, despite not being part of Wenger’s plans this season it appears the England international is in his mind for the future.

When asked whether they would be offering the midfielder fresh terms, Wenger responded.”Of course. Ideally [it will be addressed before next summer].

“We have to plan around the new year.

“I am happy that he develops well. In the end it was a good decision to go to Bournemouth because he gets regular football. People who watch him say he is getting stronger every week.

“The regular football has helped him develop a lot and come back to the level he needs to be.”

The Gunners boss did admit, however, that he won’t be contacting Wilshere during the loan spell as Eddie Howe has everything under control.

“I leave him to talk to his manager,” the Frenchman said. “When I can watch him, I do watch him.”