Wilshere says Arteta influenced his coaching style
Luton Town manager Jack Wilshere said Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta influenced his coaching style and helped him understand football. Wilshere also discussed his enthusiasm for coaching, according to a BBC Sport video published on 3 October 2026. The available source does not provide further details about their discussions or Wilshere’s methods.
Luton Town manager Jack Wilshere discussed his approach to coaching and described his admiration for the work. He also said Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta influenced his style.
Wilshere said Arteta helped him understand the game. The available report does not specify when the two managers worked together, what advice was exchanged, or which elements of Wilshere’s coaching were shaped by Arteta.
BBC Sport published the comments in a video on 3 October 2026. The source identifies Wilshere as Luton Town manager and Arteta as Arsenal manager, but provides no additional information about the circumstances of the interview or any forthcoming coaching plans.
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