The Newcastle fans in the Transfer Tavern have been urging their club to reach out to Jack Wilshere, who’s set to leave Arsenal upon the expiry of his contract this summer. The 26-year-old came out yesterday with the news that he’d be saying goodbye to Arsenal after 17 years of being on their books, and the Newcastle fans would love to see him at St James Park.
Wilshere on a free. He's made of glass, he'll demand hefty wages – would you? #NUFC
— NUFC360 (@NUFC360) June 20, 2018
The only issue for Wilshere at Newcastle would be whether the club could afford to pay his wages or not. The England international, who felt hard done by to miss out on the World Cup this summer, would no doubt be demanding wages upwards of £100,000 per week, although the fact that he was prepared to take a pay cut to stay at Arsenal is promising for the Magpies who might be able to entice the midfielder.
Wilshere would suit the style of Newcastle United, and the fans in the Northeast will always warm to a player who gives everything for the shirt. At times Wilshere has been questioned for his injury record, but he’s never been accused of lacking passion. If the move does happen, the Geordies will be getting a hard-working midfield man who can slot in alongside either Mo Diame or Jonjo Shelvey.
You can read our optimistic Magpies’ opinions on Wilshere here:
The Newcastle fans that say they don’t want him will be the same ones that’ll try tracking his plane if he flys in for a medical
— William Waterson (@WilliamWater2) 20 June 2018
https://twitter.com/DayleBarron/status/1009367694905430016
How are people saying no! On his day he’s unreal! Walks past players! Plus it’s free
— Lee Evans (@LeeEvans85) 20 June 2018
Without a doubt, I would have him in a heartbeat
— David A Hardy (@HardsworthNUFC) June 20, 2018
https://twitter.com/1892Gav/status/1009441616665436165
There is no transfer fee so a £3 million in wages over 2/3 years would be a acceptable risk for a quality player. But he is a London boy so I expect him to go to a London club. Quite a coo if we could pull it off.
— kevmecalfe (@MetcalfeKev) 20 June 2018
https://twitter.com/CJDobson/status/1009388564289761281
The Newcastle fans in the Tavern all seem keen to take a punt on Wilshere and with no transfer fee involved, it’s right up Mike Ashley’s street.
