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Jack Wilshere Takes Charge at Luton Town With Debut Imminent

This is his first permanent senior role at a club rebuilding in League One.

Overview

  • Luton confirmed former Charlton boss Chris Powell as assistant to add experienced support, with chief executive Gary Sweet citing a need for stability.
  • Wilshere’s first game is scheduled for Saturday at home to Mansfield Town, where he will face veteran manager Nigel Clough.
  • The 33-year-old outlined a philosophy built on belief, togetherness and “earning the right” to play, aiming to grow control in possession over time.
  • He arrives after leading Arsenal’s Under-18s to the FA Youth Cup final and serving as Norwich City’s first-team coach, including a caretaker spell that returned a win and a draw.
  • Club leaders selected Wilshere after a four-stage interview process as they seek to lift a mid-table League One side following consecutive relegations.