Jack Wilshere has paid tribute to Arsene Wenger, describing the departing Arsenal manager as a father-like figure to him. Wenger is to step down from the position that he has held for 22 years at the end of the season, paving the way for a new era at the Emirates Stadium. The Frenchman has given numerous Arsenal players a chance to shine over the past two decades, with England international Wilshere among his success stories. In personal tribute on social media, Wilshere said: "To the man who gave me my chance as a 16 year old, and showed unbelievable faith and commitment towards me. "Always a gentleman, like a father through tough times in my career. He always believed in me...
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