VIDEO: Watch laughing Jack Wilshere's response as Arsenal legend is asked about Tottenham potentially being relegated

During a press conference, Wilshere was asked if managing Luton in the Championship against Tottenham would be his ultimate goal for the 2026-27 campaign. The 34-year-old did not shy away from the prospect, albeit admitting that his primary focus is on getting the Hatters promoted.

"The dream would be for me to manage Luton in the Championship," Wilshere stated. "I watched a little bit of Tottenham last night and I have said it a lot of times - and believe it or not - a lot of my family are Tottenham fans. Over the years we’ve had some really good banter about it, but at the moment my dream is to manage Luton in the Championship and it might be against Tottenham."

The context behind Wilshere's comments is the staggering decline of Tottenham Hotspur. Following a demoralising 3-1 defeat to Crystal Palace on Thursday night, Spurs find themselves in 16th place in the Premier League with just 29 points. The north London club is currently languishing just one point above the bottom three with only nine matches remaining, making the threat of a first top-flight relegation since 1977 a terrifyingly real possibility for their supporters.

While the banter regarding Spurs remains a talking point, Wilshere’s immediate priority is firmly fixed on Luton’s promotion charge. The Hatters currently sit in 10th place in League One with 47 points, remaining within striking distance of the play-off positions. Wilshere is acutely aware that for his "dream" of Championship football to materialise, his side must maintain consistency during the final stretch of the season.

Luton are currently preparing for a crucial fixture against Reading on Saturday, a match that could prove pivotal in their quest to achieve a play-off spot. Wilshere is expected to demand a high-intensity performance from his squad as they look to bridge the gap to the top six. For the former England international, the focus remains on securing three points on the pitch, even as reporters speculate on a potential historic showdown with Tottenham in the second tier next season.