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BREAKING NEWSJack Wilshere takes up first managerial job - and will go head-to-head against former Arsenal team-mate in just his second game

Jack Wilshere has been handed his first managerial role after being appointed Norwich boss on an interim basis.

The former Arsenal star will into the job following the Canaries' decision to part ways with head coach Johannes Hoff Thorup on Tuesday morning.

In a statement, sporting director Ben Knapper said: 'Whilst we made this appointment with a long-term focus and in line with our wider club strategy and direction, unfortunately recent results and performances have deemed it necessary for us make a change'.

The statement continued: 'Jack Wilshere, assisted by Tony Roberts and Nick Stanley, will take charge of the first team on an interim basis for our two remaining Sky Bet Championship fixtures of the season.