'Life Comes Full Circle': Luton Town Appoint Jack Wilshere As Head Coach

Last Updated:October 13, 2025, 15:57 IST

The 33-year-old, who had a short spell at the club's youth program before he joined Arsenal, joins the hatters on the back of his interim job at Norwich City.

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English side Luton Town Football Club announced the appointment of Jack Wilshere as the new head coach of the first-team on Monday.

The 33-year-old, who had a short spell at the club’s youth program before he joined Arsenal, joins the hatters on the back of his interim job at Norwich City.

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“It’s a huge honour and a privilege to be named Luton Town manager," Jack said.

“It feels like a full-circle moment for me. I was eight when I first came to Luton as a boy, so I guess you could say it’s fate that my first full-time club managerial position is at this club," he said.

“I couldn’t be more delighted to be here – I can’t wait to manage this football club."

“This Club’s story inspires me. Built on belief, unity, and hard work," Wilshere added.

“The Club have shown incredible character on and off the pitch in recent times, and I’m honoured to lead to take the responsibility to lead this group into the future."

“There’s so much of the season still to play for and I’m excited about getting to work and putting my own stamp on things, and moving this club forward in a positive direction," the former Arsenal star said.

“I want to give the Luton fans a team they can be proud of, and the work to do that starts today," the former England player concluded.

“Jack’s passion, intelligence, and modern approach to the game align perfectly with the values and ambitions of Luton Town. His experience at the highest level and commitment to developing talent make him the ideal fit for our next chapter," Gary Sweet, the CEO of the side said.

“He has impressed everyone involved in our extensive selection process with his passion for football, his determination to succeed in management and his deep knowledge of all things Luton Town," he added.

“That started as a very young boy in our youth system, and has continued throughout his life, always living locally and with close friends who are long-term season ticket holders at Kenilworth Road."

“It was during his time training with our first team at The Brache in the summer of 2022 where he refamiliarised himself with the Club, and realised the time was right to follow his coaching path, which took him back to Arsenal, where the world of course had seen him come through as a generational midfield talent," Sweet continued.

“Luton has always been a part of his journey, and as a club renowned for giving young coaches their break in management, we are so pleased to welcome him back," he added.

“He already knows a number of our squad, and as a Board we are all excited at the prospect of seeing his career progress alongside someone as respected in the game as Chris," Sweet concluded.

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