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Wilshere has undergone a successful knee operation! Benayoun deadline!! Szczesny "Henry changed our season!" Joel Campbell ready to make the step up to Arsenal!

• Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere has undergone a successful knee operation in Sweden.

The 20-year old had a minor procedure on his left knee on Tuesday afternoon and will head back to
London to continue his rehabilitation in the next few days.

Wilshere missed the entire season with ankle problems but this latest setback is unlikely to hinder his return date which is expected to be during the summer.

• Arsenal goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny says Thierry Henry's late goal at Sunderland turned their season on its head.

The Gunners’ all-time top scorer proved a huge success after signing on loan in January, memorably scoring the winner against Leeds in the FA Cup third round in his first game back.

But Szczesny insists it was his last-gasp strike at the Stadium of Light in February that had a greater impact on the campaign.

“If you’re talking about turning points you have to give credit to one man, and I mean Thierry,” he said.

“When he came here, wow, it was something different.

“It was priceless to have someone around who’s been here, done it and was the best player in the world at one point.

“When he scored the winner against Leeds, the buzz around the stadium was the biggest I’ve ever felt – and I think it had a big impact on the players too. Going into the dressing room afterwards and seeing everyone so happy for Thierry was a really big moment.

“Then he scored the winner at Sunderland in his final game for us. That was the one that turned the season around in my opinion, coming back from 1-0 down and Thierry scoring at the end. Things like that give you confidence and simply put you in a better mood.”

• Chelsea have delivered an Arsenal a deadline over Yossi Benayoun's signing.

Chelsea have told Arsenal they want a decision by the end of the week on whether they plan to sign on-loan winger Benayoun on a permanent basis.

Benayoun is poised to return to the Blues in the summer having spent 12 months on loan at the Emirates, in which he scored six goals in 25 appearances for the Gunners.

• Arsenal striker Joel Campbell feels his development has accelerated thanks to his loan with Lorient.

Campbell is set to join Arsenal for pre-season training in July and believes his time in France has been a hugely positive learning experience.

“It was tough for me because I wanted to play for Arsenal this season,” the 19-year-old striker said. “But it’s a new experience for me and it’s a question of doing well, learning from European football and then coming back to Arsenal.

"Coming to Lorient has been really good for me. It’s a new experience for me to come and get a taste of French football, which is very competitive. I’ve learnt a lot here.

“I came here just before the fourth round of games in Ligue 1 and they gave me the best possible welcome.

They helped me and got me settled down quickly in the team so I could help them and the side. Lorient play a very similar game to Arsenal and that’s helped me for what lies ahead.

“Football in France is very tactical, very tough and very physical. It’s been great for me, though. I’ve learnt a lot from the football here and I hope it helps me for my career."

• Arsenal midfielder Emmanuel Frimpong is confident that he can return to full strength following a knee injury sustained last season.

The 20-year old suffered cruciate ligament damage whilst on loan with Wolves but feels he will be back to his best despite experiencing a similar injury in summer 2010.

"When I had the first one [knee injury] people were telling me it takes ages to get back playing at the level I was playing at before and when I came back with Arsenal I think I showed everyone I was still the same player and hopefully I can come back this time and show everyone I am still the same player again," Frimpong said.

"It is not as serious as the other one, similar, but hopefully I can do my gym work and hopefully I get back on to the pitch and start playing again.

"It is bad that I am injured but I am in the gym with Jack [Wilshere], he has great banter and we have got [Bacary] Sagna as well so I have got great company and it makes things go faster for me."

• A move to Arsenal could be on for Villarreal goalkeeper Diego Lopez.

The former Real Madrid goalkeeper Lopez is becoming available at Villarreal after their shock relegation last week.

Lukas Podolski today answered questions about his move to The Arsenal

Lukas Podolski started by reading a small statement,

“The decision has been made, and I want to stress it again, not against FC Köln but in favour of Arsenal FC. I always knew that I’d either continue my career at Köln for a further couple of years or I’d go to another top club. I had a couple of different offers but they did not really matter to me. As soon as the offer of Arsenal arrived I started to think about my career in football and eventually came to the conclusion that this would be the right path for me.”

Question 1 – Lukas do you choose Arsenal?

“They wear the same colours as Köln (laughs). No, jokes aside. As I've said before, I had other interesting offers but for me, it had to be a top club and when you look at Arsenal, with a fantastic manager, good environment and there has never been bad press surrounding the club; they are playing attractive football and have a great stadium with great fans. Although I’ve never been there and haven’t looked at anything I think the club is a very good fit for me. Otherwise I would not have made the decision.”

Question 2 – Have you met with Arsene Wenger?

“We just spoke on the telephone once and I have not met him yet, that will certainly happen after the Euros. Also, I haven’t seen the stadium or the training facilities yet as the focus has been completely on Köln so far.”

Question 3 – Have you seen Per Mertesacker's video message to you?

“I am happy to play with someone whom I’ve know for a long time, who speaks German and with whom I get along very well. Therefore I believe he’ll make it easy for me to settle down.”

Question 4 – Have you spoken to Per Mertesacker about your move?

“Yes, I asked him a couple of question about the club, the environment etc.. But at the end of the day, you have to make the decision on your own. You might get some advice, for sure. But he hasn’t helped with the final decision.”

Question 5 – How will this move be different from your time in Munich?

“In Munich, I maybe was a tad too young. Now, I’m more experienced and have become even better and I’m confident about this move and certain that I will make it there.”

Question 6 – How will you cope with a new language?

“Whenever you go to a new country, the language is a part of that – but I believe football is international. I think my English is good enough and will make it easier for me to fit in.”

Question 7 – How long is your contract with time after Arsenal, can you tell us more about the agreement?

“I don’t want to discuss any details on my contract. Regarding my future after London, sure, I could imagine coming back and as I’ve said before, the FC (Köln) will always be my club no matter what. I believe it’s important that the club carries on and moves forward when I’m gone. It’s vital for me that they don’t say 'now that Podolski is gone everything is falling apart'. But it’s rather a chance to rebuild, with new chairmen, to move forward and be successful again, something that was promised to me when I arrived. That has to be the aim.”

Question 8 – Want are your hopes and dreams with Arsenal?

“Undoubtedly, the Arsenal FC is a big name in football, you just have to look back and look at their success. Again, they have an awesome manager, and a great stadium – I’m looking forward to that. The goal has to be to win titles over the next years. That’s a given when you go to a big club. The English league is very good and competitive and every year six or seven clubs are challenging. Hence it’s a chance and a great motivation to make another step forward."

Now it’s just time for us fan to start singing “Lu Lu Lu  - Lukas Podolski...