Leicester City have officially ruled out any move for Jack Wilshere, with the former Arsenal midfielder stating there was "never any chance" of leaving Luton Town for the Foxes this summer. The club’s silence follows weeks of speculation after BBC Sport reported Wilshere was on Leicester’s radar.

Why the rumours started

Leicester’s managerial vacancy attracted several names after Russell Martin’s three‑year deal was sealed. Gary Rowett, who failed to keep the club in the Championship, was also mentioned. In that context, Wilshere’s impressive League One campaign – guiding Luton to within a point of the play‑offs and lifting the EFL Trophy in April – made him a tempting candidate. Yet the ex‑England star made it clear his loyalty lies with the Hatters, praising board members Gary Sweet and James Mooney for their support.

What Wilshere said

During Luton’s pre‑season, Wilshere was asked about the reports linking him to the City vacancy. He replied, "I don’t think it would be fair for me to comment on that, number one because of how happy I am here and how grateful I am to everyone here… My focus is completely here and it always has been." He added that he loved last season and saw no chance of stepping away from what they have built at Kenilworth Road.

How the Foxes are faring

Leicester City sit 23rd in the Championship with 46 points from 46 games, a record of 12 wins, 16 draws and 18 losses, and a recent form of W‑D‑D‑L‑L. They have scored 58 goals while conceding 68, leaving a –10 goal difference, and sit 49 points behind leaders Coventry in the title race. Despite the managerial drama, bookmakers still list the Foxes as frontrunners for promotion alongside Sheffield Wednesday.

What’s next for both clubs?

Luton Town, now firmly in League One, will aim to bounce back from back‑to‑back relegations that saw them drop from the Premier League to the third tier. Their recent form suggests they could challenge Leicester in the upcoming season. Meanwhile, Leicester City must keep their focus on climbing out of the relegation zone, hoping the stability under Martin translates into points on the board.

And so the story remains: Wilshere stays put, Leicester keeps searching, and both clubs look to rewrite their fortunes as the season unfolds.