Luton Town are closing in on the appointment of Jack Wilshere as their new manager, talkSPORT understands.Wilshere emerged as the League One side’s top target after Richie Wellens opted to stay at Leyton Orient. Wilshere is on his way back into management with LutonGettyThe former Arsenal midfielder, who had a spell in the academy at Luton, is set for the first senior managerial appointment of his career.Wilshere was the Arsenal U18s head coach before moving to Norwich City in 2024 as part of Johannes Hoff Thorup’s coaching staff.When Thorup was sacked in April, the 33-year-old was named as their interim manager and was unbeaten in two matches.Norwich drew 0-0 with Middlesbrough on his debut, and the beat Cardiff City 4-2 on the final day of the Championship season.It saw Wilshere come up against his former Arsenal teammate Aaron Ramsey at Carrow Road.Wilshere is set to succeed Matt Bloomfield at Kenilworth RoadGettyMore to follow…