Jack Wilshere has been linked with a move to Rangers ever since his release from West Ham United was announced and, according to the Daily Record, the deal has been given the seal of approval from one of the world’s finest.
Spanish legend Xavi claims that playing for Steven Gerrard would be a perfect fit for the former Arsenal man as he looks to get his career back on track:
“I have had a lot of respect for Jack, for many years.
“He played an incredible game against Barcelona (in 2011) and after that I predicted he would go on to be one of the best midfield players in the world and the future of English football.
“That is a prediction that I am sure would have come true if it were not for some horrible injuries.
“Rangers could be a very good fit for him. The pace in Scotland is not as fast as England and it would give him more time on the ball. That is where he excels, his vision and passing is incredible.
“They are a big club with a young coach who knows what it takes to win at the very highest level. There is also the chance of him having the chance to play Champions League football again.
“That is where every player wants to be and at Rangers he will be given the opportunity to fight to play in it. Gerrard will be a big fan of his for sure. They share a lot of similar qualities.
“It would be a risk because of his injuries but if Rangers could manage to keep him fit and without injury, he would be the best player in Scotland.”
Wilshere hasn’t ruled out a move to Ibrox and has claimed that he wants to try “something different” for the next step in an injury blighted career, and hopefully he will heed the advice of the former Barca great.
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After leaving the Hammers he let it be known that he has been fully fit for time now and there is no doubt that he would be an asset for the Gers gaffer, being able to rotate Steven Davis with Wilshere would be a mouth watering prospect meaning that neither player would have to play 50-60 times a season, keeping them sharper in the process.
Rangers were odds-on favourites to sign the England midfielder, and at 28-years old, he still has plenty to offer – if, of course, he can stay fit.