Arsene Wenger has said that Jack Wilshere has had an "exceptionally good" scan as he continues to recover from an ankle injury.
The 19-year-old suffered the injury in the Gunners' pre-season friendly against New York Bulls on July 31.
The England midfielder had successful surgery in September and was expected to be out for four to five months.
"Jack had a very important scan on Thursday. It was exceptionally good and the news is positive. He could be back in mid-February," said Wenger.
Wilshere later confirmed Wenger's comments.
"I can confirm what the boss said that I had an exceptionally good scan on Tuesday and I can now step up my rehab and start jogging!" he said through his official Twitter account.
Wilshere has made 49 appearances for Arsenal, scoring two goals.
