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http://www.espn.co.uk/football/sport/story/78177.html
Barcelona manager Pep Guardiola has suggested that Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere would only get into the Spanish club's reserve side ahead of their Champions League clash on Tuesday.
Guardiola admits he has been impressed by the teenage England international, who was outstanding in Arsenal's victory in the first leg, but believes the Catalan giants have many similar young players currently learning their trade in the second team.
"Wilshere is a top player. He has been a big surprise. I did not know him at the beginning of the season," Guardiola said. "He is an excellent player, not just Arsenal, but also for the national team. We have many players like him in our second team. It is very good news for football to have players like him."