Understandably, a range of clubs were interested in securing his services and AS Roma, AC Milan, Bournemouth and Crystal Palace were just some of the clubs being mentioned on transfer deadline day. The Arsenal midfielder was in demand after it became evident he was ready to play elsewhere this season, and despite receiving over 20 offers, a fair few of them from overseas, the England worldwide has chose to stay in the Premier League.
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Renowned Dutch fitness coach Raymond Verheijen says that Jack Wilshere’s season-long loan move to Bournemouth from Arsenal is the beginning of the end for the midfielder at the highest level.
EDDIE Howe revealed Benik Afobe had played a key role in the loan switch of Arsenal star Jack Wilshere to Cherries.
There’s much Bournemouth can offer the 24-yer-old if he stays fit-most importantly, the chance of playing regular Premier League football.
Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere has the final decision on where he will spend this season on loan, and he appears to have plenty of choice.
According to transfermarkt.co.uk, Wilshere has missed a staggering 154 competitive games for Arsenal in his seven years as a member of the first team.
“I had a good chat with the manager and feel sure that this is the best place for me to play and develop this season. Thanks for all of your support as always”.
It has been reported that Bournemouth agreed to pay a £2 million (RM10.86 million) loan fee to Arsenal and will also cover his £80,000-a-week wages.
Howe was coy about when Bournemouth fans would see Wilshere in action, but did reveal Wilshere’s best friend Benik Afobe did help sell the club to the England global.
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“We’ll work extremely hard to try and showcase him in the best way and I think our style of football will certainly help that”.
