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Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere returned to action just a fortnight ago after spending 14 months on the sidelines due to a recurring ankle injury. With a lack of fixtures owing to the international weekend, Arsenal are now planning to arrange some special games to help the midfielder recover faster, reported the Metro.

The 20 year-old showed positive signs when he featured for the Under-21s against West Brom and Reading, even setting up the goals in their 2-0 victory over the Royals. However, with a lack of fixtures for the next two weeks, the coaching staff are concerned that the player’s recovery could suffer a setback from the break. As a result, Under-21s manager Terry Burton is attempting to arrange special matches to ensure that the midfield star can return to first team action soon.

Burton told Arsenal Player, “We haven't got an Under-21 fixture until a fortnight today. But we'll probably try and rearrange a game of some sort next week to keep them going.”

Arsenal defender Thomas Vermaelen was also optimistic of the player’s return, telling Arsenal's website, “Jack is working on his match-fitness and that is the most important thing. I think in the future he will lift the team. I am really happy he is coming back now.”

Arsenal fans will be joyous at the return of their prodigal star and will remain hopeful that the youngster’s inclusion in the first team can help the team build on what has been a decent start to the season.