Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has said that he wants to see Jack Wilshere end his career with the Gunners, despite acknowledging that he may have struggled for first-team action this season.
On the final day of the transfer window, Wilshere completed a season-long loan move to Bournemouth as he bids for frequent game-time in the Premier League.
However, while Wenger has conceded it was logical to allow the 24-year-old some time away from the Emirates Stadium, he insists that he wants to see the midfielder spend the remainder of his career in North London.
The Frenchman told reporters: "We had a chat and he himself was concerned he would not get enough competition. I couldn't guarantee that and it looked logical to give him time - the challenge is to play the games.
"I hope personally that he stays his whole career here. He is a world-class player, doesn't have to show me his quality."
Wilshere is in contention to make his Bournemouth debut against West Bromwich Albion on Saturday afternoon.
