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BBC News
09-05-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Your views on Wilshere being overlooked for top job
Earlier we asked Canaries fans what they thought of the club's decision to overlook interim boss Jack Wilshere for the permanent role at Carrow are a selection of your So, first the club's leadership apparently decide that they don't want to keep our first-choice goalkeeper on, and now they decide to ignore the players' thoughts on who they want as manager? One can only hope they have two utterly spectacular replacements lined up Definitely looked like an improvement on Hoff Thorup over the two games he was in charge of the team, probably would've been worth giving him a chance at the job. Considering Carrick had only managed a few senior games when he got the Boro job it would've been good to see how Wilshere approached Jack could be a good manager, but when you've just failed with someone who has no experience in Hoff Thorup, appointing someone else who's so green is far too risky. Have to imagine that the hire will be someone who has experience in the English I was impressed with Jack Wilshere when he was in charge for the last two games of the season. He was enthusiastic and dynamic and seemed to have the backing of the players. It was refreshing to see players in their more natural positions and that appeared to be reflected in the way they played more quickly and more definitely. I liked Sainz staying upfield when Norwich were defending set-pieces. And the way that Wilshere crouched down [to see the play at pitch level]. Small differences, but that's what wins games. He seemed to read the play very well and substitutions were timely made. A more positive, aggressive approach which was refreshing. I would be very happy to see him as Norwich manager for the coming Just... Why not? Had the players backing him, has experience at the club. Makes no sense to rule him out over some has-been manager who has failed before in the Premier I'm glad that Jack Wilshire isn't going to be our next manager as I do not think he's the right man for the job. We need to get a proven Premier League manager in if we're ever going to get out of the The Norwich coach position doesn't seem to have much autonomy. Who'll want to come? Norwich always underachieve because of finance and squad (lack of) strength. Keep Jack!Rob: He lacks the experience so this is the right call at the moment. I'd still like Jack to stay with us as first-team coach but pair up with a more experienced manager such as Russell Martin for a Jack Russell Nothing surprises me about Norwich nowadays. Webber messed things up sacking Farke, and now Knapper has let one of the best goalkeepers in the league go. Wilshire is young but seems a good fit so maybe should be given a chance. Personally I would get rid of Knapper and leave the manager to run the team and select new players with no interference from pen We should give Jack the opportunity to be permanent manager, I don't think there is anyone out there who could any better, he is young, wants to learn his trade with us, all the players and supporters are behind him so let's give him the job. I am sure that Jack would be able to get a young talent from Arsenal. Norwich could pay millions for a Big Name and not get any joy, so let's hope they give it to Jack.
The Herald Scotland
25-04-2025
- Sport
- The Herald Scotland
Jack Wilshere keen to make impact at Norwich but stressed ‘it's not about me'
Danish coach Hoff Thorup had only been appointed to the Carrow Road hotseat last May – and on a three-year deal as part of the Norfolk club's long-term vision – but was dismissed following a run of just two wins in 14 matches which saw his side slip down the table and out of play-off contention. Taking charge 💼 — Norwich City FC (@NorwichCityFC) April 23, 2025 Wilshere retired from playing in 2022, having also had spells with West Ham, Bournemouth and Danish club AGF. He was appointed Arsenal under-18 coach and led them to the final of the 2022–23 FA Youth Cup, before joining Hoff Thorup's coaching staff in October. The 33-year-old has made no secret of his ambition to make the transition into management, but stressed his short-term focus must be on getting Norwich positive results from the final two games – away at Middlesbrough then home to Cardiff, both managed by his former team-mates. 'I made the decision to come here and leave Arsenal as Under-18s coach. I wanted to do that role as part of my journey into coaching, and I didn't want to leave Arsenal unless I felt like I was ready to make an impact,' Wilshere said at a press conference. 'I am ready to be a head coach at this level, but I also know that the next two games are what is important. 'Yes I feel ready, but my focus right now is on the next two games. Wilshere. who is set to run the London Marathon on Sunday, added: 'It is important for me to send a message that this is not about me – this is about the players feeling in a place where they can perform. 'My job was to lift the players and focus on the next few games, rather than see this as an audition. 'It is important that the players are good players, because they are. 'We have some players that will feel responsible, that will see it as an opportunity. 'I want to see a team that is hungry to prove a few people wrong, to prove that games are important. 'We are where we are, but the best thing for a player is the next game.'
North Wales Chronicle
25-04-2025
- Sport
- North Wales Chronicle
Jack Wilshere keen to make impact at Norwich but stressed ‘it's not about me'
Former Arsenal and England midfielder Wilshere was handed a first opportunity in charge of a senior side after the Canaries parted company with head coach Johannes Hoff Thorup on Tuesday. Danish coach Hoff Thorup had only been appointed to the Carrow Road hotseat last May – and on a three-year deal as part of the Norfolk club's long-term vision – but was dismissed following a run of just two wins in 14 matches which saw his side slip down the table and out of play-off contention. Taking charge 💼 — Norwich City FC (@NorwichCityFC) April 23, 2025 Wilshere retired from playing in 2022, having also had spells with West Ham, Bournemouth and Danish club AGF. He was appointed Arsenal under-18 coach and led them to the final of the 2022–23 FA Youth Cup, before joining Hoff Thorup's coaching staff in October. The 33-year-old has made no secret of his ambition to make the transition into management, but stressed his short-term focus must be on getting Norwich positive results from the final two games – away at Middlesbrough then home to Cardiff, both managed by his former team-mates. 'I made the decision to come here and leave Arsenal as Under-18s coach. I wanted to do that role as part of my journey into coaching, and I didn't want to leave Arsenal unless I felt like I was ready to make an impact,' Wilshere said at a press conference. A post shared by Jack Wilshere (@jackwilshere) 'I am ready to be a head coach at this level, but I also know that the next two games are what is important. 'Yes I feel ready, but my focus right now is on the next two games. Wilshere. who is set to run the London Marathon on Sunday, added: 'It is important for me to send a message that this is not about me – this is about the players feeling in a place where they can perform. 'My job was to lift the players and focus on the next few games, rather than see this as an audition. 'It is important that the players are good players, because they are. 'We have some players that will feel responsible, that will see it as an opportunity. 'I want to see a team that is hungry to prove a few people wrong, to prove that games are important. 'We are where we are, but the best thing for a player is the next game.'
The 42
22-04-2025
- Sport
- The 42
Jack Wilshere put in interim charge after Norwich City sack manager
JACK WILSHERE WILL take charge of Norwich City's final two games of the season after the Canaries parted company with head coach Johannes Hoff Thorup. Norwich have slipped to 14th in the Championship after winning only twice in 14 matches, with their 3-1 Easter Monday defeat at Millwall being their fourth loss in five games. Danish coach Hoff Thorup was appointed on a three-year deal last May and leaves Norwich alongside his assistant Glen Riddersholm. Advertisement Sporting director Ben Knapper told the club website: '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 to make a change.' Knapper added: 'I'd like to place on record our sincere thanks to Johannes and Glen. 'They are both fantastic people who worked tirelessly to help improve and move our football club forward. 'We all wish the two of them the best in the next stage of their respective careers.' Former Arsenal and England midfielder Wilshere retired from playing aged 30 in 2022 after spells with West Ham, Bournemouth and Danish club AGF. Wilshere was appointed Arsenal under-18 coach and led them to the final of the 2022–23 FA Youth Cup, before joining Hoff Thorup's coaching staff at Norwich in October. Norwich visit play-off-chasing Middlesbrough on Saturday before hosting relegation-threatened Cardiff in their final game of the season on May 3.
The Herald Scotland
22-04-2025
- Sport
- The Herald Scotland
Jack Wilshere put in interim charge after Norwich sack Johannes Hoff Thorup
Danish coach Hoff Thorup was appointed on a three-year deal last May and leaves Norwich alongside his assistant Glen Riddersholm. Jack Wilshere will take charge of the first team on an interim basis for our two remaining Sky Bet Championship fixtures. He will be assisted by Tony Roberts and Nick Stanley. — Norwich City FC (@NorwichCityFC) April 22, 2025 Sporting director Ben Knapper told the club website: '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 to make a change.' Knapper added: 'I'd like to place on record our sincere thanks to Johannes and Glen. 'They are both fantastic people who worked tirelessly to help improve and move our football club forward. Norwich City can confirm that head coach Johannes Hoff Thorup has left the club with immediate effect. Assistant head coach Glen Riddersholm has also left his position. We would like to thank Johannes and Glen for their efforts during their time at the club. — Norwich City FC (@NorwichCityFC) April 22, 2025 'We all wish the two of them the best in the next stage of their respective careers.' Former Arsenal and England midfielder Wilshere retired from playing aged 30 in 2022 after spells with West Ham, Bournemouth and Danish club AGF. Wilshere was appointed Arsenal under-18 coach and led them to the final of the 2022–23 FA Youth Cup, before joining Hoff Thorup's coaching staff at Norwich in October. Former Arsenal teammates Aaron Ramsey (centre) and Jack Wilshere (right) will come up against each others as managers on the final day of the season (John Walton/PA) Norwich visit play-off-chasing Middlesbrough on Saturday before hosting relegation-threatened Cardiff in their final game of the season on May 3. Wilshere's former Arsenal teammate Aaron Ramsey will be in the opposite dugout at Carrow Road as the Wales captain has been appointed Cardiff caretaker boss until the end of the season.
