Jack Wilshere avoids more injury woe with Bournemouth midfielder set to be available for West Brom next weekend
- Jack Wilshere limped off in Bournemouth's loss to Manchester City on Monday
- Arsenal loanee has suffered from a history of ankle injuries during his career
- Cherries travel to face West Brom in the Premier League on February 25
- Wilshere's latest injury is not as bad as first feared and he should be available
Jack Wilshere has been handed a major fitness boost following his latest ankle injury scare.
The Bournemouth midfielder limped off during the defeat to Manchester City on Monday, raising concerns he could face another spell on the sidelines.
Wilshere has a long history of ankle problems that have caused him to miss lengthy chunks of his career, with his latest knock leading to further fears of another lay-off.
Jack Wilshere will be available for Bournemouth's trip to face West Brom next weekend
There were fears Wilshere would be out for another period of time due to a foot injury
But the injury is not as bad as first feared with Wilshere expected to be available for the Cherries' next fixture against West Bromwich Albion in eight days' time.
The fact Wilshere has survived the scare relatively unscathed is viewed as a key fitness hurdle the 25-year-old in his bid to return to peak fitness, particularly given his reputation for brittle ankles.
Wilshere's long term future remains unclear; with his loan spell from Arsenal to finish at the end of the season.
The Gunners are yet to open talks with Wilshere over a new contract leaving the midfielder in limbo.
Wilshere's current deal expires at the end of next season meaning he is likely to be sold by the Arsenal if he doesn't agree fresh terms.
The Arsenal loanee was forced off during the Cherries' 2-0 defeat by Manchester City
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