Jack's the dad: England and Arsenal ace Wilshere
(right) is set to become a father
England star Jack Wilshere is to become a father
at the age of 19.
The Arsenal midfielder has been told that his
ex-girlfriend is pregnant - although the pair recently ended their
three-year relationship.
Wilshere, who is emerging as England's hottest young star,
is reported to be 'shocked but delighted' by the news.
He split with mum-to-be Lauren Neal, 22, at the start of
the year but he is already making plans with his former
partner.
A friend of the pair told The Sun: 'They're both delighted. It
took time to sink in as it wasn't exactly planned.
Father-to-be: Wilshire and his former partner Lauren
Neal
'Although Jack and Lauren are not technically
together at the moment, they're still close. He has vowed to stand
by her and support her.
'At the moment they're living apart but Jack's very keen
to see as much of the baby as possible when it is born.'
Lauren, who works as a hairdresser, is due to give birth
in August. Her family lives close to Wilshere's in
Hertfordshire.
Wilshere, who earns £50,000-a-week at Arsenal has been
superb for his club and country since securing regular first-team
football this season.
Star in the making: Wilshere has enjoyed a breakthrough
season for club and country
