ARSENAL star Jack Wilshere announced on Christmas Day he is to become a father for the third time.

Wilshere, 25, married his long-term partner UK Cypriot Adriani Michael in June and his new wife is expecting their first child next year.

The Midfielder who has spent his whole career at the Emirates has two children with his previous partner, Archie and Delilah.

Wilshere declared on Instagram: “Merry Christmas to you and your family’s from me and my family.

“This year we were blessed with the best gift of all, another Wilshere is on the way.”