Pearce in warning over Jack Wilshere hype

Rising star: Jack Wilshere made his Under-21 debut
11 April 2012

Stuart Pearce insists Jack Wilshere should not be fast-tracked into the full England squad, despite his dazzling form in pre-season.

Pearce handed the Arsenal starlet his England Under-21 debut in last night's 0-0 draw with Holland but feels the 17-year-old should allowed to develop at his own pace.

The Under-21 boss said: "It's a little bit sad that we over-hype players because I know what is around the corner.

"People talk up his chances but how many of them have watched him at the Under-17 or Under-19 championships?"

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