Former Arsenal and England midfielder named Luton Town boss
Luton Town look to turn the tide with new appointment Former Arsenal and England midfielder Jack Wilshere has been appointed manager of League One side Luton Town. Author | Benjamin Hampson Ready to work 💪 pic.twitter.com/3pJUkZqnGj — Luton Town FC (@LutonTown) October 13, 2025 The 33-year-old takes over from Matt Bloomfield, who was dismissed earlier this month after less than a year at Kenilworth Road. Wilshere steps into his first full-time managerial role with Luton currently 11th in the third tier, following consecutive relegations. He was chosen ahead of Leyton Orient boss Richie Wellens and is reported to have signed a three-year contract. READ MORE | How Luton Town were relegated from the Championship last season Chris Powell has also joined the club as Wilshere’s assistant. The former England left-back had briefly been at Walsall as interim first-team coach, covering for Gary Waddock while he recovers from ankle surgery. Wilshere's career in for football so far Thro...