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‘England need a player like Jack Wilshere’ – Arsenal midfielder backed to make World Cup squad

Arsenal legend Sol Campbell has no doubts Jack Wilshere will be called up to England’s World Cup squad, saying the Three Lions need a player with his ability to unlock defences.

The 26-year-old midfielder has been called up for the first time in two years for upcoming friendlies against Netherlands and Italy, having last played in the Euro 2016 exit to Iceland.

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Wilshere has proven his fitness and desire since that shambolic tournament, fighting back into the first-team at Arsenal after a year on loan at Bournemouth and back into the thoughts of Gareth Southgate.