Transfer news: Jack Wilshere delighted to have Danny Welbeck at Arsenal

Jack Wilshere admits to having pushed Danny Welbeck into signing for Arsenal and considers him to be a 'great addition'.

Once it emerged on transfer deadline day that Manchester United were willing to listen to offers for the England forward, Wilshere was determined to ensure that his international colleague ended up at Emirates Stadium.

A deal dragged on late into the night, with Arsenal’s north London rivals Tottenham Hotspur also reported to be keen, but Arsene Wenger was able to get his man.

I know United have brought in a world-class striker in Radamel Falcao but I still think the decision to sell Danny might come back to haunt them.

Wilshere is delighted to have another proven Premier League performer alongside him and believes United may live to regret their decision to sanction a £16million sale.

He said: “I remember reading on the morning of transfer deadline day that Tottenham were interested in signing Danny.

“I thought it was a bit strange that we weren’t in for him but as soon as we met up for England training he told me there was a chance he might be coming to Arsenal.

“From that moment I was on to him every five minutes asking, ‘Is it done yet, have you signed?’

“It wasn’t completed until 11.30 that night and all the Arsenal boys in the squad were buzzing because he’s a great addition to our team.

“Danny is a proper Manchester boy, born and bred there, so it was a surprise to see him being allowed to leave United.

“It’s great for Arsenal to get him and for £16m in today’s market, that’s a real bargain.

“I know United have brought in a world-class striker in Radamel Falcao but I still think the decision to sell Danny might come back to haunt them.”