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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has signed a new three-year contract, extending his stay at the club until 2027, just before the highly anticipated north London derby against Tottenham. Arteta, who was previously set to be out of contract at the end of this season, expressed his pride and excitement about continuing his journey with the Gunners.
“I feel extremely proud, very excited, and am looking forward to what is coming next,” Arteta said. “I feel extremely lucky to work every single day with good people and the ambition we have here. I feel very inspired, I feel challenged, I feel supported, and I want to do much more than what we’ve already done together.”
Arteta took over as Arsenal manager in December 2019, replacing Unai Emery after a stint as a coach under Pep Guardiola at Manchester City. He quickly made his mark, leading the club to an FA Cup victory in 2020. However, the Spaniard has since been chasing Arsenal’s first Premier League title since 2003-04, finishing second behind Manchester City in the last two seasons.
Arsenal co-chairman Josh Kroenke praised Arteta’s leadership: “Mikel is a dynamic and passionate manager, who is relentless in the pursuit of excellence. He has a deep understanding of Arsenal’s values, and since joining us as head coach, he has taken the team to another level in an Arsenal way.”
Sporting director Edu emphasized the importance of the contract for the club’s future, stating that Arteta’s commitment provides “stability and clear direction as we aim for new heights.”
With Arsenal currently fourth in the Premier League after a strong start to the season, the club looks poised for continued success under Arteta’s leadership. As they prepare for the derby against Tottenham, the Gunners are determined to take the final step toward their long-awaited title.
