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Ex-Gunners star Jack Wilshere stands as the primary choice to take the managerial role for the Hatters.

The 33-year-old has held discussions with the club and stands leading the race to succeed the former manager, who was dismissed earlier this week.

The Orient boss Richie Wellens got as part of the final two, but Wilshere is close to landing the position. The contract remains finalised.

His most recent position involved serving as interim coach with the Canaries in the final stages of the prior term, during which he assumed control over the concluding fixtures following Johannes Hoff Thorup's sacking.

Wilshere was then passed over for the full-time role, with the Canaries hiring Liam Manning, and was also connected with the Pilgrims ahead of the new appointee took charge.

Luton, that have suffered back-to-back drops, have faced a disappointing opening for the current season after five setbacks out of the first 11 matches, leaving them in 11th place in the division.

Earlier, Wilshere held the role of under-18 coach for Arsenal prior to moving to Norwich and he was a contender for Arsenal's Under-21 role earlier this year before withdrawing.

Wilshere gained 34 caps with the national team and played 197 games during his Arsenal career, prior to stints for West Ham United and Bournemouth.

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