Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere has revealed he has modelled his game on that of Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard.
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The Gunners number-10 returned from a 17-month lay-off at the beginning of this season and has since been in sublime form, highlighted by his stunning match winner against Swansea in the FA Cup third-round replay on Wednesday.
Wilshere has had the chance to play alongside boyhood hero Gerrard in the England squad, and the 21-year-old Arsenal playmaker hopes one day he too can be considered "the heartbeat" of both club and country.
"I remember Steven Gerrard scoring a similar goal to mine in the FA Cup final against West Ham and also the Champions League game against Olympiacos. He is a great player, but I think I am a bit different - his long passing is better than mine," said Wilshere.
"He has been the heartbeat of Liverpool for years. He has also been the stand-out performer for England as well.
"He is a great role model for me. If I can get anywhere near as good as him and drive the team forward like he does, then I will be happy.
"He was someone I looked up to when I was younger. He has 100 caps for England. For any young midfielder he is someone to base your game on and try to be like him."
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