Wilshere boost for Wenger’s Arsenal

England midfielder Jack Wilshere is expected to return to action within the next six weeks.

Arsenal feel Jack Wilshere is making better than expected progress after a second and smaller stress fracture in his foot, according to the Daily Mirror.

Wilshere aims to return in time to prove his fitness for England’s Euro 2012 squad, and wants to be back within the next six weeks.

A stress fracture to the midfielder’s heel came to light after returning to training following surgery on a foot injury.

But Wilshere is making such good progress that his scan has been brought forward to this week, and he has his fingers crossed he’ll get the all-clear from specialists.

However, other reports suggested the 20-year-old is taking a cautious approach to his rehabilitation to ensure he does not breakdown again.

Wilshere has not featured in Arsenal’s campaign since picking up the injury during a pre-season tour of the Far East.

Meanwhile, Per Mertesacker is facing a lengthy lay-off with Arsenal already facing a potential fixture nightmare.

The German centre-half damaged ankle ligaments against Sunderland on Saturday and has flown to Munich for treatment following an MRI scan, according to the Daily Mirror.

Mertesacker, who is expected to be out for several weeks, will see the German national team’s doctors as he will miss their friendly against France at the end of the month.

But it gives Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger a headache not just for Wednesday night’s Champions League trip to AC Milan, but for the Gunners’ return to Sunderland at the weekend for an FA Cup fifth round tie.

Wenger may have to rest and rotate for the Cup match – especially as any replay will be scheduled to take place just three days later.

The police and FA have ordered any required replay to happen next Tuesday, as the subsequent midweek is taken up with international fixtures and Arsenal face Milan at the Emirates the following midweek.

That leaves Wenger concerned his players could be left burnt out by the fixture congestion after a difficult and gruelling trip to Milan and may leave him facing the prospect of resting players on Saturday if they are jaded.

Wenger is desperate to win silverware this season, but dealing with Milan and finishing fourth are higher on his agenda than the FA Cup.

Arsenal are set to use Kieran Gibbs at left-back in Milan, with Thomas Vermaelen reverting to central defence.

Mertesacker is hoping to be back for the home leg against Milan on March 6.

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Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson becomes Accrington Stanley shareholder

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Sir Alex Ferguson Sir Alex Ferguson, boss of mighty Manchester United, has become Accrington Stanley’s 500th new shareholder. Stanley are looking to secure their financial future and expand club ownership by issuing shares, and Reds boss Fergie has lent his support. Stanley chief executive Rob Heys told his club’s official website: “Sir Alex’s gesture of support in becoming a shareholder is extremely gratifying.  “We are not only honoured by his decision, but truly touched by his support for an historic neighbour. Everyone at the club is looking forward to welcoming him to our next AGM, where he’ll receive one vote as an official shareholder”. Sir Alex said: “Everyone has heard of Accrington Stanley and I am so pleased to see a small community club flourishing during these times. “Long may they continue to be an active and healthy member of the Football League.”

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Terry ties could block Hiddink

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Guus Hiddink’s ‘personal relationship’ with John Terry could take him out of contention to become Fabio Capello’s successor as England boss.

The Dutchman emerged as the favourite foreign contender for the England manager’s job following the resignation of the Italian boss on Wednesday.

Capello’s departure followed a disagreement with the Football Association over the decision to strip Chelsea‘s John Terry of the England captaincy with the defender awaiting trial on charges of racial abuse.

Despite FA chairman David Bernstein refusing to rule out the prospect of another foreign manager, Hiddink’s agent Cees van Nieuwenhuizen believes the 65-year-old could be hampered by a ‘very strong personal relationship’ with Terry.

Personal

The duo worked closely during the second half of the 2008/09 campaign when Hiddink took charge at Stamford Bridge, leading the Blues to FA Cup success but the manager’s agent expects the pair’s familiarity could prove problematic.

“I don’t, based on previous conversations with England FA board members, imagine that it would work,” he told the Daily Telegraph.

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“Guus also has a very strong personal relationship with John Terry and would be on his side in all this.”

Van Nieuwenhuizen also insisted a short-term role would not interest Hiddink with a preference on a full-time position, if any.

Experienced

“He’s not done that in the past and had always previously also been involved in qualification,” he added.

Hiddink has had plenty of international management experience with spells with Holland, South Korea, Australia, Russia and most recently Turkey.

The former Chelsea boss led his native side to the World Cup semi-finals in 1998 before reaching the same stage with South Korea in 2002 as they co-hosted the tournament.

However, Hiddink’s most recent tenure as Turkey manager came to a halt when he failed to help the side qualify for Euro 2012.

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Rooney backs Gerrard for captaincy

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Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney has backed Liverpool star Steven Gerrard as the ideal choice to be the new England captain.

England are looking for a new captain after John Terry was stripped of the role earlier this month.

A number of names, including Rio Ferdinand, Scott Parker and Joe Hart have been mentioned as possible candidates to fill the role, but Rooney believes Gerrard would be perfect for the job.

Rooney has also declared his own interest in the taking the captain’s armband, but feels Liverpool rival Gerrard is the favourite.

Rooney wrote on Twitter: “For everyone asking, I would love to be England captain. But that’s up to new manager to decide. Gerrard is perfect choice for me.”

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Arsene Wenger calls for focus ahead of Thierry Henry’s final Arsenal appearance in Champions League clash with AC Milan

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Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has urged his side to focus on their game against AC Milanin the Champions League on Wednesday.

The match looks set to be Thierry Henry‘s final appearance for the Gunners after it was confirmed that his loan spell from New York Red Bulls will not be extended.

Wenger told the club’s official website: “For me, first I hope it will be a positive emotion [on Wednesday]. But what is important is that we focus on the night because it is a massive game for us. Let’s hope we have positive emotions there.”
Henry made a dream return to Arsenal by netting the winning goal on his second debut for the club against Leeds United in the FA Cup third round.
The French striker has since gone on to score in the 7-1 demolition of Blackburn Rovers before coming on as a substitute to grab the winner against Sunderland on Saturday

But Wenger, who has now managed Henry in three separate spells at two different clubs, says the player would have been a success without his impact on his career.
“He would have done it without me,” he added. “I think that great players have one great characteristic – they will always surprise you with how far they can go. The motivation inside them is very big and they never have enough.

“Everybody is different. Let’s say with Thierry that I made him start in Monaco when he was 17.

“Then I brought him to Arsenal, then he went to Barcelona and then I brought him back to Arsenal so it is a little bit a three-times story, three chapters in the book.

“I think the history we have had together is special because you do not [usually] meet the same player three times.”