Jack Wilshere inherits Van Persie's No 10 shirt at Arsenal

Jack Wilshere will be named Arsenal’s new No 10 on Friday — taking the shirt of talisman Robin van Persie.

The England midfielder, who has been on the sidelines for over 12 months due to a clutch of injuries, will wear the shirt vacated by former hero Van Persie — and previously worn by Dennis Bergkamp.

Wilshere is making positive progress on his road to recovery from knee and foot problems and is expected to return in October.