Arsenal transfer news: Chelsea star Olivier Giroud makes bold Jack Wilshere claim
ARSENAL boss Unai Emery has been warned by Chelsea star Olivier Giroud following his decision to let Jack Wilshere leave the club.
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England international Wilshere announced this week that he’ll leave the Emirates this summer after 17 years at Arsenal.
The Gunners midfielder agreed to take a pay cut to stay in north London, however, Emery told Wilshere he wasn’t in his long-term plans.
And Giroud, who was Wilshere’s team-mate for five years at Arsenal, says Emery’s decision could come back to haunt him.
“It’s big news and I’m very sad to hear it, because he’s a good friend,” said Giroud.
“Jack is a good lad, a very good player, very talented and it is a shame he has had so many injuries.
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It’s a big loss and I hope he will bounce back as soon as possible at a good club
“But he came back well last season and it was good to see him on the pitch, enjoying his game and being strong.
“It’s a big loss and I hope he will bounce back as soon as possible at a good club.
“I wish him the very best because I appreciate him. I hope for him and his family he will bounce back.
“The new manager makes the decision and he has the responsibility for the team and the player.”
West Ham and Crystal Palace lead the race to sign Wilshere this summer.