5 players who need to leave Arsenal to further their careers

#1 Jack Wilshere

Slovenia v England - UEFA EURO 2016 Qualifier

With bags of talent and ability, Jack Wilshere was once deemed a 'wonder-kid' and England's 'next star' when he was promoted through Arsenal's youth system. He made his Premier League debut aged just 16; that alone was enough to tell you Wilshere was something special.

Since then, his Arsenal career has gone drastically downhill. Since the beginning of the 2013-2014 season, the midfielder has made only 23 Premier League appearances for the Gunners; mainly due to constant injuries.

However, he spent the last term out on loan at Bournemouth and made an appearance in 27 of their 38 Premier League matches. Instead of securing a permanent move away in the summer, Wilshere admitted that he wants to stay at Arsenal and fight for a place; a decision that might just backfire.

At 25-years of age, Wilshere still has time to put his career back on track, but his love for the Gunners may alter his progress. The midfielder is no stranger to the England side, having made 34 appearances for the Three Lions; including selection for the last two major tournaments.

However, he may well miss out on a ticket to Moscow, having not been selected in the latest England squad.

If Wilshere does decide to opt for a move away from the Emirates, there certainly won't be a shortage of clubs interested. There is no doubt he is capable of starting for a top-half Premier League club, and a move away from the Emirates will benefit him, and the club he signs for.

A January move (even if it's on loan) will give him the best chance possible of making it into the 23-man England squad for the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia.