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What is Jack Wilshere's new role at Arsenal ? By Tum Balogun  Jack Wilshere announced his retirement last week after struggling to find a team amidst continuing injury troubles.  The 30-year-old former academy graduate, who went on to make 197 appearances for the club between 2008 and 2018, was quickly installed in a surprise role at his former club.  A continental-style midfielder, Wilshere won two FA Cups with his boyhood team before injuries took a decisive toll on his promising career.  However, on Monday it was revealed that he would be taking up his first coaching gig, head coach of Arsenal’s U18s. The Londoner has already had a flavour for coaching youngsters, having spent some time last season at London Colney working with some of the club’s young players.  It’s an experience which fuelled the England man’s desire to take a step into management.   “It's a huge honour to have this role, “ he told Arsenal's website upon being announced in his new role...

What are Arsenal players doing during the winter break? By Jonny Bray Despite the introduction of a 'winter break', Premier League clubs, players and management teams were still all over the news and social media. Players jetted off around the world in search of sun, and while some were out partying, others were training hard in preparation for the resumption of the Premier League. Players such as Ivan Toney, Marcus Rashford and Jesse Lingard made the headlines for all the wrong reasons. But Arsenal spent their winter break in Dubai training under Mikel Arteta and preparing themselves for a crucial second half of the season. Arteta's team were based at the Nad Al Sheba Sports Complex, one of the world's most advanced sporting venues. It has previously played host to European giants like Celtic and Manchester United, and there's no doubt the Gunners received some of the best support money can buy during their break. So, let's take a closer look at what Arsenal...