Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger believes there is no excuse for leaving a "super fit" Jack Wilshere out of the England squad, as he puts pressure on Gareth Southgate to recall the midfielder.
Wilshere has not played for England in over a year, having been a second half substitute as the Three Lions made a surprise exit at Euro 2016 against Iceland.
"Yes, I think he's ready, personally," Wenger told reporters at his pre-match news conference ahead of Thursday's Europa League meeting with Red Star Belgrade.
"He was not three weeks ago, but he is today. I have the same problem [in terms of selection], but in every single competition he is ready to play. I urge them [the England coaching staff] to do it [call him up].
"A super fit Jack; I don't know how you leave him out of the England squad.
"I manage him like any other player. He doesn't need special treatment. In the last three weeks, I treat him like any other player."
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When asked if he is tempted to play his stars, the Frenchman unwaveringly responded: "No. I want to stick to that [rotation policy] at the moment.
"We have [Theo] Walcott, [Danny] Welbeck, [Oliver] Giroud. We have competition, they all want competition.
"All are in competitive shape and that should be an advantage for the rest of the season."
