Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere has urged teammate Theo Walcott to sign a new contract at the Emirates Stadium.

Wilshere, who was one of five British players to pen new deals with the Gunners last week, thinks that securing Walcott's services long-term would provide a massive boost for the North London club.

"Everybody at the club wants Theo to re-sign," said Wilshere. "But that is something he has to sort out. It is up to him and the club if they can reach an agreement - I hope they do.

"Theo's been great for us. We just signed five British boys so hopefully he can be the sixth and cap it off.

"I'm always winding him up, saying: 'C'mon Theo, sign'. It's up to him and the club. Theo knows what he means to us and what he means to the fans."

Walcott's current contract expires at the end of the season and he has reportedly been targeted by Liverpool, Chelsea and Manchester United.