The Milan boss, a World Cup winner in 2006, spoke highly of the Arsenal midfielder ahead of the Europa League last-16, second leg clash at the Emirates Stadium.
And as his side prepares to try to climb a mountain – following a 2-0 victory for the Gunners in Italy – inspired in part by Wilshere a week ago, he was full of praise for a player who is still unwilling to commit his long-term future to the club he has been associated with since the age of eight.
Gattuso said: “He is a very different sort of player – he has got the personality of English football but with the qualities of a Spanish player. Two different cultures and I like him a lot.
“He may not be super-fast, but he has got great skills and is super-tactical. He has good ball circulation – when he gets the ball he knows exactly where to send it.
“He knows exactly the right pace and can change the pace of the game.
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“He can play central midfield of a little bit further up. He had a few physical problems but he has got a great talent.
“He can still express a lot and give a lot. I don’t know how it is going to end up with his contract but I have always admired his qualities.
“I think he can play in any league.”