Arsenal have moved to deny speculation that midfielder Jack Wilshere will be out for longer than expected.

Reports on Monday had suggested that the 22-year-old, who was ruled out for three months with an ankle injury, would be returning in March - one month later than scheduled.

However, a spokesman for the Gunners said that the club was "disappointed" with such reports, adding: "He's doing well after surgery and he is three months away from a return as originally stated. There's been no setback".

Arsene Wenger confirmed to reporters: "How long will Wilshere be out? Three months, and he had no setback. He is just in a boot, he cannot have a setback because he does not practise."

Wilshere, who has made nine Premier League appearances this season, suffered the damage in the 2-1 defeat to Manchester United last month.