Tag: Mikel Arteta

Mikel Arteta is currently Head Coach of Arsenal Football Club.

Mikel Arteta played for Arsenal Football Club. The former Spanish midfielder joined Arsenal from Everton for £10m and retired as an Arsenal player in 2016. In total, he made 149 appearances for Arsenal and scored 16 goals. The former Arsenal Captain wore the number 8 shirt. He was born on March 26, 1982 and is married to Lorena Bernal. Arteta was Assistant Coach at Manchester City from 2016 – 2019.

Arsenal's German midfielder #29 Kai Havertz (L) celebrates with Arsenal's English midfielder #41 Declan Rice (R) after scoring their third goal during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium in London on April 23, 2024. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Kai Havertz: Arsenal “the best year of my career so far”

Kai Havertz believes leaving Chelsea was ultimately worth it, talking up his relationship with Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta.
UDINE, ITALY - MAY 06: Victor Osimhen of SSC Napoli looks on during the Serie A TIM match between Udinese Calcio and SSC Napoli at Dacia Arena on May 06, 2024 in Udine, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)

“I would prefer him to move to Arsenal” says Elijah of Victor Osimhen

Former Super Eagles star Sam Elijah urges Victor Osimhen to join Arsenal as PSG transfer talks hit a snag. Will the Gunners make a move for the Napoli striker?
LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 20: Gabriel Jesus talks with Arsenal team mate Oleksandr Zinchenko during the UEFA Champions League match between Arsenal FC and PSV Eindhoven at Emirates Stadium on September 20, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

Bayern Munich target Arsenal 27yo to replace Alphonso Davies amid Newcastle interest

Bayern Munich are reportedly interested in signing Arsenal defender Oleksandr Zinchenko as a potential replacement for Alphonso Davies, who is linked with a move to Real Madrid.
Spain's midfielder #08 Fabian Ruiz celebrates with the trophy after winning the UEFA Euro 2024 final football match between Spain and England at the Olympiastadion in Berlin on July 14, 2024. (Photo by Kirill KUDRYAVTSEV / AFP) (Photo by KIRILL KUDRYAVTSEV/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal start negotiations for PSG’s Fabian Ruiz

Arsenal are in talks with PSG over a potential loan deal for Spanish midfielder Fabian Ruiz. The Gunners are looking to strengthen their midfield options ahead of the new season.
BERLIN, GERMANY - JUNE 29: Federico Chiesa of Italy reacts during the UEFA EURO 2024 round of 16 match between Switzerland and Italy at Olympiastadion on June 29, 2024 in Berlin, Germany. (Photo by Alex Grimm/Getty Images)

Arsenal ask Juventus if 26yo winger is available

Arsenal is reportedly interested in signing Juventus winger Federico Chiesa. The Gunners are in need of attacking reinforcements and have inquired about the Italian international's availability.
A general view outside the stadium prior to the UEFA Europa League round of 32 second leg match between Arsenal FC and Olympiacos FC at Emirates Stadium on February 27, 2020 in London, United Kingdom.

Arsenal to poach key Manchester City man

Arsenal strengthens their backroom staff with the addition of Manchester City analyst Darren Rogerson. Will this move help the Gunners challenge City's dominance?
CARSON, CALIFORNIA - JULY 24: Mikel Arteta of Arsenal FC looks on from the sideline during the second half against AFC Bournemouth at Dignity Health Sports Park on July 24, 2024 in Carson, California. (Photo by Orlando Ramirez/Getty Images)

Arsenal beat Bournemouth on penalties to start tour of USA

Fabio Vieira's volley and Karl Hein's heroics in the penalty shootout secure a 5-4 win for Arsenal over Bournemouth in their pre-season friendly.
Real Sociedad's Mikel Merino celebrates his goal during the UEFA Champions League last 16 second leg football match between Real Sociedad and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) at the Anoeta stadium in San Sebastian on March 5, 2024. (Photo by ANDER GILLENEA/AFP via Getty Images)

Midfielder close to Arsenal move as Barcelona cools interest

Arsenal is reportedly close to securing the signing of Mikel Merino from Real Sociedad for €25 million, with Barcelona and Atletico Madrid out of the race.
BRENTFORD, ENGLAND: Emile Smith Rowe of Arsenal warms up prior to the Carabao Cup Third Round match between Brentford and Arsenal at Gtech Community Stadium on September 27, 2023. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Ornstein: Arsenal favourite close to record £35m move

Arsenal's Emile Smith Rowe is on the verge of joining Fulham in a club-record £35 million deal. The midfielder has struggled for game time at Arsenal and is seeking a fresh start.
ISERLOHN, GERMANY - JUNE 26: Riccardo Calafiori of Italy arrives at Hemberg-Stadion prior to the Italy training session on June 26, 2024 in Iserlohn, Germany. (Photo by Claudio Villa/Getty Images for FIGC)

Arsenal medical imminent for Riccardo Calafiori

Arsenal have agreed a deal to sign Bologna defender Riccardo Calafiori for £42 million. The Italian international is set to undergo a medical and join the squad in LA.
ISERLOHN, GERMANY - JUNE 26: Riccardo Calafiori of Italy arrives at Hemberg-Stadion prior to the Italy training session on June 26, 2024 in Iserlohn, Germany. (Photo by Claudio Villa/Getty Images for FIGC)

Arsenal €45m signing to be official ‘in a few hours’ – Report

Arsenal have secured the signing of Bologna defender Riccardo Calafiori for €45 million + €5m in bonuses. The Italian international is expected to sign a five-year deal with the Gunners.
Sporting Lisbon's Swedish forward #09 Viktor Gyokeres reacts during the UEFA Europa League last 32 second leg football match between Sporting CP and BSC Young Boys at the Jose Alvalade stadium in Lisbon on February 22, 2024. (Photo by PATRICIA DE MELO MOREIRA/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal ‘insist’ on signing €100m 43-goal striker says Portuguese report

Arsenal are determined to sign Viktor Gyokeres, but Sporting CP's €100 million price tag poses a major obstacle. Can the Gunners secure their target?
BRENTFORD, ENGLAND: Emile Smith Rowe of Arsenal warms up prior to the Carabao Cup Third Round match between Brentford and Arsenal at Gtech Community Stadium on September 27, 2023. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Arsenal hold firm on midfielder as £35m+ bid readied

Arsenal rejects Fulham's bid for Emile Smith Rowe, with Crystal Palace poised to make their move. Will the Gunners cash in on their young talent?
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 04: Oleksandr Zinchenko of Arsenal reacts prior to the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Liverpool FC at Emirates Stadium on February 04, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Zinchenko: Arsenal must ‘bite their elbows’ no more

Arsenal's Oleksandr Zinchenko urges the Gunners to create their own path to success, not mimic Man City. He emphasizes the need to learn from past disappointments and strive for the top.
Real Sociedad's Mikel Merino celebrates his goal during the UEFA Champions League last 16 second leg football match between Real Sociedad and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) at the Anoeta stadium in San Sebastian on March 5, 2024. (Photo by ANDER GILLENEA/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal offer being considered by Spanish 28yo

Arsenal is leading the race to sign Real Sociedad's Mikel Merino, with Barcelona and Atletico Madrid facing challenges in their pursuit of the Spanish midfielder.
BERLIN, GERMANY: Riccardo Calafiori of Italy looks on prior to the UEFA EURO 2024 round of 16 match between Switzerland and Italy at Olympiastadion on June 29, 2024. (Photo by Claudio Villa/Getty Images for FIGC)

How much will Calafiori earn at Arsenal and what shirt number will he get?

Arsenal are set to sign Italian defender Riccardo Calafiori from Bologna for €45 million. Explore the transfer details, his potential salary, shirt number options, and the financial implications for the involved clubs.
HERZOGENAURACH, GERMANY - JULY 02: Leroy Sane of Germany talks to the media during a press conference at Herzo-Base on July 02, 2024 in Herzogenaurach, Germany. (Photo by Alexander Hassenstein/Getty Images)

Arsenal linked with surprising £40m+ move for Bayern Munich star

Arsenal are reportedly interested in signing Bayern Munich winger Leroy Sane. The Gunners see the German international as a potential replacement for Nico Williams.
Takehiro Tomiyasu signs his new Arsenal contract (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Takehiro Tomiyasu knee injury update

Arsenal defender Takehiro Tomiyasu has been ruled out of the club's pre-season tour of the United States due to a knee injury.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 19: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal, acknowledges the fans following the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Everton FC at Emirates Stadium on May 19, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Arteta urges further Arsenal “upgrades” despite imminent Calafiori signing

Mikel Arteta calls for additional Arsenal signings despite impending Calafiori deal, aiming for squad "upgrades" to challenge for the title.
ISERLOHN, GERMANY - JUNE 26: Riccardo Calafiori of Italy arrives at Hemberg-Stadion prior to the Italy training session on June 26, 2024 in Iserlohn, Germany. (Photo by Claudio Villa/Getty Images for FIGC)

Calafiori rejects Juventus, Tottenham & others to join Arsenal

Arsenal secure the signing of Italian defender Riccardo Calafiori, beating out top European clubs and sparking a financial dispute between former clubs.
France's midfielder #14 Adrien Rabiot leaves the pitch after being substituted by teammate midfielder #06 Eduardo Camavinga during the UEFA Euro 2024 semi-final football match between Spain and France at the Munich Football Arena in Munich on July 9, 2024. (Photo by JAVIER SORIANO/AFP via Getty Images)

Agent contacts Arsenal over free Juventus midfielder

Arsenal joins the race to sign free agent midfielder Adrien Rabiot, as the Gunners seek to bolster their midfield options for the upcoming season.
ISERLOHN, GERMANY - JUNE 26: Riccardo Calafiori of Italy arrives at Hemberg-Stadion prior to the Italy training session on June 26, 2024 in Iserlohn, Germany. (Photo by Claudio Villa/Getty Images for FIGC)

Legal action threatened as Arsenal €45m+ Calafiori fee to be shared by 3 clubs

Arsenal's agreement to sign Riccardo Calafiori from Bologna triggers a unique sell-on clause, potentially benefiting Basel and Roma financially.
WOLVERHAMPTON, ENGLAND - MARCH 09: Daniel Bentley of Wolverhampton Wanderers arrives at the stadium prior to the Premier League match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Fulham FC at Molineux on March 09, 2024 in Wolverhampton, England. (Photo by Nathan Stirk/Getty Images)

Arsenal bid £300k for former Academy youngster

Arsenal are reportedly interested in signing Wolves goalkeeper Dan Bentley, a former academy player, in a surprise transfer move.
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 04: Oleksandr Zinchenko of Arsenal reacts prior to the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Liverpool FC at Emirates Stadium on February 04, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Arsenal star changes agent

Arsenal's Oleksandr Zinchenko changes agents amidst uncertainty about his future at the club. Is a transfer on the horizon for the Ukrainian international?
Arsenal star Kai Havertz gets married

Arsenal star gets married

Arsenal midfielder Kai Havertz celebrates his wedding to Sophia Weber after Euro 2024, looking forward to the new season with Arsenal.
Tommy Setford playing for the England youth teams (Photo via Setford on Instagram)

Arsenal announce 3rd summer signing

Arsenal have signed talented young goalkeeper Tommy Setford from Ajax, adding depth and promise to their goalkeeping department.
Tommy Setford playing for the England youth teams (Photo via Setford on Instagram)

Next Arsenal signing expected to be confirmed today

Arsenal is set to officially announce the signing of 18-year-old goalkeeper Tommy Setford from Ajax on a four-year contract.
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 11: General view outside the stadium prior to the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Brentford FC at Emirates Stadium on February 11, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

Arsenal win behind-closed-doors friendly as big names start

Arsenal's youngsters and established stars impressed in a 2-0 pre-season win against Leyton Orient, setting the tone for an exciting season ahead.
ISERLOHN, GERMANY - JUNE 26: Riccardo Calafiori of Italy arrives at Hemberg-Stadion prior to the Italy training session on June 26, 2024 in Iserlohn, Germany. (Photo by Claudio Villa/Getty Images for FIGC)

Fee agreed as Riccardo Calafiori’s ‘ex’ confirms Arsenal move

Arsenal's pursuit of Bologna's Calafiori takes a positive turn with an agreed fee, but a sell-on clause with Basel remains a hurdle to the transfer's completion.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta looks on during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium in London on April 23, 2024. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal signing delay causes pre-season issues

Arsenal are currently not close to a senior signing, with less than three days until the club's pre-season tour begins.
Marseille's French forward #10 Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang celebrates after scoring his team's fourth goal during the UEFA Europa League round of 16 first-leg football match between Olympique de Marseille and Villareal CF at the Velodrome Stadium in Marseille, souteastern France, on March 7, 2024. (Photo by CLEMENT MAHOUDEAU/AFP via Getty Images)

Former Arsenal captain quits new club after 1 year

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang leaves Marseille after one season, potentially impacting transfer plans for Eddie Nketiah and Alexis Sanchez.
BERLIN, GERMANY: Riccardo Calafiori of Italy looks on prior to the UEFA EURO 2024 round of 16 match between Switzerland and Italy at Olympiastadion on June 29, 2024. (Photo by Claudio Villa/Getty Images for FIGC)

Arsenal remain in talks after €50m 22yo agrees 5-year deal

Arsenal's pursuit of Bologna defender Riccardo Calafiori is on hold due to a disagreement over the transfer fee. Will the clubs find common ground?
Departure of Nuno Tavares, Benfica player, to London, at Humberto Delgado airport. Departure from Nuno Tavares to London Lisbon, 07/02/2021 - Copyright Andr xLuisxAlvesx

Arsenal confirm Lazio loan deal

Arsenal defender Nuno Tavares joins Serie A side Lazio on loan with an obligation to buy, seeking a fresh start in Italy.
Real Sociedad's Mikel Merino celebrates scoring a goal during the UEFA Champions League last 16 second leg football match between Real Sociedad and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) at the Anoeta stadium in San Sebastian on March 5, 2024. (Photo by FRANCK FIFE/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal favourites to beat Barcelona to midfield signing

Arsenal are one of three clubs in for Mikel Merino this summer, but the Gunners are currently the favourites for the signing.
Chido Martin Obi with the Denmark u17s against the Czech Republic (Photo via LambyReviews on Instagram)

Arteta talks increase confidence top academy striker will stay

Face-to-face talks between Chido Martin Obi and Mikel Arteta have increased confidence that the young striker will sign a new deal with Arsenal, according to a report.

Euro 2024 finalist is Mikel Arteta’s primary winger target

Nico Williams is Mikel Arteta's preferred wide signing if Arsenal move for a winger this summer, according to a report.
Nuno Tavares in training with Nottingham Forest this week (Photo via NottinghamForest.co.uk)

Loanee insists he’s returning to fight for his Arsenal place

With his transfer future undecided, Nuno Tavares has hinted that he wants to return to Arsenal and fight for a place under Mikel Arteta.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 12: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal, and David Raya of Arsenal embrace at full-time after victory in the penalty shoot out following the UEFA Champions League 2023/24 round of 16 second leg match between Arsenal FC and FC Porto at Emirates Stadium on March 12, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Arsenal confirm 2nd summer signing

Arsenal have confirmed the permanent signing of goalkeeper David Raya from Brentford for £27 million, following a successful loan spell at the Emirates.
ISERLOHN, GERMANY: Riccardo Calafiori of Italy arrives at the training ground at Hemberg-Stadion on June 23, 2024. (Photo by Claudio Villa/Getty Images for FIGC)

3rd Arsenal transfer edges closer as €50m bid accepted and player agrees move

Arsenal are closing in on the signing of Bologna defender Riccardo Calafiori after reportedly agreeing on a €50 million transfer fee with the Italian club.
Lucas Nygaard signing for Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Who is Lucas Nygaard, Arsenal’s 1st signing of the 2024 summer transfer window?

Arsenal confirm signing of 18-year-old Danish goalkeeper Lucas Nygaard, a promising prospect for the future. Nygaard joins after a successful trial period, but who is he?