October 17th 2024.
It has been reported that Arsenal's Under-18 head coach, Jack Wilshere, is in advanced talks to join Norwich as a first-team coach. The 32-year-old took on the role of head coach for Arsenal's Under-18 team in 2022, just after ending his playing career. Wilshere has gained a lot of praise for his work with the young talent at Arsenal, especially after leading them to the final of the FA Youth Cup in the 2022/23 season.
According to The Pink Un, talks between Wilshere and Norwich have progressed to an advanced stage, leaving Arsenal in need of a new coach for their Under-18 team. This comes after Narcis Pelach left his position as first-team coach at Norwich to manage Stoke City last month. Wilshere was the unanimous first-choice candidate to replace Pelach, and negotiations are currently underway to finalize his move to Carrow Road.
It is believed that Wilshere's close relationship with Norwich's sporting director, Ben Knapper, played a crucial role in convincing him to make the switch. The two had previously worked together at Arsenal, and Wilshere has a lot of respect for Knapper. Despite other highly rated coaches being considered, Wilshere's attention to detail and eagerness to take on the challenge set him apart from the rest.
This is not the first time Wilshere has been in discussions for a managerial role, as he had applied for the position of Aberdeen manager earlier this year. However, he was not successful, and the Scottish club appointed Jimmy Thelin instead. Wilshere also had talks with MLS team Colorado Rapids, but it seems his focus is now on joining Norwich.
At a recent press conference, Norwich manager Johannes Hoff Thorup assured fans that the club is close to making an appointment for their vacant coaching position. He stated that negotiations between clubs and agents can be tricky and difficult, but they are getting closer to finding the right candidate. While there is a chance that Wilshere could start with Norwich in time for their next game against Stoke, it is more realistic to expect his official appointment at the beginning of next week.
For Arsenal, they will now have to search for a new coach for their Under-18 team, as Wilshere's departure seems imminent. Wilshere's move to Norwich will be another step in his coaching career, and it will be interesting to see how he adapts to the challenges of a first-team role. As for Norwich, they seem confident that Wilshere is the right man for the job and are looking forward to officially announcing his arrival. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
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