Arsenal transfer news: Jack Wilshere raises fresh fears over new deal as he says he is ‘no closer’ to sorting contract
England midfielder will become a free agent in the summer but Arsene Wenger is desperate to tie him down to a new deal at the Emirates
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ARSENAL star Jack Wilshere has sensationally revealed he is no closer to penning a new contract at the Emirates.
The Gunners midfielder will become a free agent in the summer, as talks stall over a new deal to tie the England international down in North London.
Arsene Wenger is desperate for the club to retain the services of the 26-year-old midfielder, and urged Arsenal to sort his situation out quickly.
SunSport exclusively revealed recently that Wilshere was ready to quit the side after he was left stunned that the FA Cup holders insisted he must take a huge 25 per cent decrease in wages on his current £120,000 deal.
Only last week did Wenger claim that "the decision belongs to him" in reference to Arsenal's contract offer.
And when asked by the about the 68-year-old's comments, Wilshere said: "Yeah, but things have changed since then.
"And all I can tell you is that we are no closer to sorting anything out."
The news will anger Arsenal fans, who could lose the academy graduate, with Wilshere attracting interest from the Premier League and abroad.
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Wilshere has been one of the shining lights in an otherwise hugely disappointing season for Arsenal.
After forcing his back into the side in September, the ex-Bournemouth ace has featured in 29 games in all competitions, scoring twice and registering three assists.
He will be hoping to get the nod again by Wenger when Watford travel to the Emirates on Sunday.