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New: Arsenal Close to Four Important Deals, Fighting Off Barcelona & Saudi Interest

Arsenal want to secure the manager after he led them to the Premier League title and a Champions League final, despite interest from Barcelona and Saudi clubs.

  • Arsenal are closing in on a new contract for manager Mikel Arteta, securing the 44-year-old despite interest from Barcelona and Saudi Pro League clubs. The deal extends his tenure at the Emirates beyond his current nine-month window.
  • Arteta ended the club's 22-year wait for a Premier League title, leading Arsenal to success last season. His six years at the Emirates have revolutionized the team, making him the longest-serving manager in the Premier League.
  • With American owners backing his vision, Arteta has overseen significant investments like Bruno Guimaraes and Ezri Konsa. His recruitment efforts, including pursuits of Julian Alvarez and Vinicius, demonstrate the club's commitment to elite talent.
  • The Gunners are favorites to retain their domestic crown, with a squad averaging 26.2 years old. They are positioned to challenge for their first-ever Champions League title this season.
  • Underscoring the club's desire to build a lasting legacy, the new deal will take his stay in London closer to a decade. Although Barcelona views the Spanish coach as a long-term option, he remains focused on his current project at Arsenal.
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Spanish manager Mikel Arteta is set to sign a new contract with English champions Arsenal.

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Mikel Arteta is the coach who brought Arsenal back to the top of English football. Spanish coach is now ready to put his signature on a new contract.

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Arsenal are finalising a new contract for manager Mikel Arteta. Talks have been ongoing and the Spaniard is set to pen a new deal. Arteta said last month that his contract talks were not a problem as he was keen to stay at Arsenal and was very happy.

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TEAMtalk broke the news on Thursday, September 10, 2026.
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