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.

WASHINGTON, DC - JULY 19: Declan Rice #41 of Arsenal FC warms up prior to the MLS All-Star Game between Arsenal FC and MLS All-Stars at Audi Field on July 19, 2023 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

Declan Rice: I’ve never seen that before

Declan Rice opens up about his transformative experience with Arsenal after his record-breaking transfer from West Ham, lauding Mikel Arteta's impact on his game.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 12: Eddie Nketiah of Arsenal celebrates scoring the team's first goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Nottingham Forest at Emirates Stadium on August 12, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta: This is the example that everyone has to look at

Mikel Arteta praises Eddie Nketiah's performance in Arsenal's 2-1 victory over Nottingham Forest. The striker's determination is hailed as an example for the squad.
Arsenal's Ukrainian defender Oleksandr Zinchenko acknowledges supporters at the end of the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Wolverhampton Wanderers at the Emirates Stadium in London on May 28, 2023. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

4 injured Arsenal players return for Forest clash – plus Jesus update

Mikel Arteta gave a very positive injury update to the media ahead of Arsenal's opening Premier League game against Nottingham Forest.
Arsenal's English midfielder Declan Rice (C) lifts the trophy after Arsenal win the shoot-out after the English FA Community Shield football match between Arsenal and Manchester City at Wembley Stadium, in London, August 6, 2023. Arsenal won after a 4-1 penalty shoot-out win, following the 1-1 draw in 90 minutes. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Pundit defends Declan Rice against unfair criticism

Alan Shearer gives a clear response to Declan Rice criticism, comparing him to Enzo Fernandez, and highlights the traits he believes Rice will bring to Arsenal.
Arsenal's Brazilian striker Gabriel Jesus celebrates scoring his team's fourth goal during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Wolverhampton Wanderers at the Emirates Stadium in London on May 28, 2023.(Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Boost for Arsenal after positive update on Jesus injury

Gabriel Jesus has suggested his recovery from injury is on track, with Mikel Arteta reporting that the issue isn't as bad as first feared.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 06: Martin Odegaard of Arsenal and Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal hold the FA Community Shield following The FA Community Shield match between Manchester City against Arsenal at Wembley Stadium on August 06, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta: It doesn’t get any better than beating Man City at Wembley

Mikel Arteta, the Arsenal manager, expresses delight at lifting the 2023 Community Shield trophy in front of a stadium filled with Arsenal supporters, a testament to the team's perseverance and spirit.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 06: Martin Odegaard of Arsenal lifts the FA Community Shield Trophy following the team's victory after the penalty shootout during The FA Community Shield match between Manchester City against Arsenal at Wembley Stadium on August 06, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Referee embarrasses himself as Arsenal beat Manchester City

Wembley Stadium witnessed yet more  controversial refereeing decisions involving Arsenal and Stuart Attwell, as the Gunners beat City to lift the Community Shield.
WASHINGTON, DC - JULY 19: Declan Rice #41 of Arsenal FC warms up prior to the MLS All-Star Game between Arsenal FC and MLS All-Stars at Audi Field on July 19, 2023 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

Arteta on Rice choosing Arsenal over Manchester City

Ahead of Arsenal's Community Shield game against Manchester City, all eyes are on how Mikel Arteta plans to unleash Declan Rice's full potential.
NOTTINGHAM, ENGLAND - MAY 20: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal, arrives at the stadium prior to the Premier League match between Nottingham Forest and Arsenal FC at City Ground on May 20, 2023 in Nottingham, England. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta on rebuilding Arsenal, transfers and more

GQ's profile of Arsenal's Mikel Arteta dives deep into his journey, philosophy, and challenges. A refreshing look at a modern football manager's essence.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 12: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal, looks on prior to the Premier League match between Fulham FC and Arsenal FC at Craven Cottage on March 12, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta: Money cannot buy everything

Mikel Arteta discusses the journey of rebuilding Arsenal, emphasising ethos and unity over transfers, in a candid GQ interview.
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Former Arsenal set-piece specialist joins Southampton as assistant coach

Andreas Georgson's football journey from Malmö to Southampton, his contributions to Arsenal, and his set-piece expertise in English football.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 02: Captain Mikel Arteta of Arsenal lifts the trophy after their 1-0 win in the FA Community Shield match between Chelsea and Arsenal at Wembley Stadium on August 2, 2015 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Arteta: The Community Shield is a trophy

Mikel Arteta insists the Community Shield is a trophy, and it's silverware that Arsenal are looking to win.
Team Yellow's captain, Ukrainian midfielder Oleksandr Zinchenko applauds the fans as he leaves the pitch after being substituted off during the Game4Ukraine fundraising football match between Oleksandr Zinchenko's team and Andriy Shevchenko's team at Stamford Bridge in London, on August 5, 2023. (Photo by JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Zinchenko plays as Wilshere goal ruled out in Game4Ukraine

Arsenal star Oleksandr Zinchenko makes a promising return in the Game 4 Ukraine charity match after a long injury hiatus.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 02: Jorginho of Arsenal shouts during the pre-season friendly match between Arsenal FC and AS Monaco at Emirates Stadium on August 02, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Arteta highlights midfielder’s key role at Arsenal this season

Mikel Arteta speaks on the new season's expectations for Arsenal, highlighting the importance of Jorginho's experience for the young squad.
In this composite image a comparison has been made between Pep Guardiola, Manager of Manchester City (L) and Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal. Manchester City and Arsenal meet in a Premier League fixture on June 17,2020 at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester,England. ***LEFT IMAGE*** MADRID, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 26: Pep Guardiola, Manager of Manchester City looks on prior to the UEFA Champions League round of 16 first leg match between Real Madrid and Manchester City at Bernabeu on February 26, 2020 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images) ***RIGHT IMAGE*** PIRAEUS, GREECE - FEBRUARY 20: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal looks on prior to the UEFA Europa League round of 32 first leg match between Olympiacos FC and Arsenal FC at Karaiskakis Stadium on February 20, 2020 in Piraeus, Greece. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta “We know what the standards are”

Mikel Arteta provides insights on the upcoming Community Shield match against Manchester City, as Arsenal gear up to prove their worth against the reigning champions.
INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - JULY 26: Bukayo Saka (7) of Arsenal reacts to a missed chance for a goal in a 5-3 win over FC Barcelona during a pre-season friendly at SoFi Stadium on July 26, 2023 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

Will Bukayo Saka be fit to face Manchester City?

In the recent Arsenal-Monaco match, the conspicuous absence of star player Bukayo Saka raised eyebrows, so will he be fit to play against Manchester City on Sunday?
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 02: Eddie Nketiah of Arsenal in action during the pre-season friendly match between Arsenal FC and AS Monaco at Emirates Stadium on August 02, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Eddie Nketiah ready to fill massive Gabriel Jesus hole

With Gabriel Jesus nursing a knee injury, Arsenal's Eddie Nketiah has proclaimed his readiness to lead the team's front line.
Arsenal's Ukrainian defender Oleksandr Zinchenko acknowledges supporters at the end of the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Wolverhampton Wanderers at the Emirates Stadium in London on May 28, 2023. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta delivers positive Oleksandr Zinchenko injury update

Mikel Arteta reveals that Oleksandr Zinchenko, who's been sidelined due to a muscular injury, is expected to resume team training soon.
Nicolas Pepe dedicating his celebration to his new-born baby (Photo via Pepe on Instagram)

Arsenal make costly but sensible Nicolas Pepe decision

Nicolas Pepe, Arsenal's second most expensive signing, is reportedly in talks to terminate his contract and make a move to Besiktas
NUREMBERG, GERMANY - JULY 08: Gabriel Jesus of Arsenal looks on uring the pre-season friendly match between 1. FC Nürnberg and Arsenal F.C. at Max-Morlock-Stadion on July 08, 2022 in Nuremberg, Germany. (Photo by Alexander Hassenstein/Getty Images)

Gabriel Jesus injury update after surgery confirmed

Arsenal face a challenging start to the new season with news that Gabriel Jesus is side-lined due to a knee injury.
Declan Rice signing for Arsenal alongside Mikel Arteta and Edu Gaspar (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arteta on Arsenal’s new signings and hectic pre-season

Mikel Arteta shares insights into Arsenal's pre-season preparation and new signings. Reveals how the squad adapts to the demanding football calendar.
WASHINGTON, DC - JULY 19: Takehiro Tomiyasu #18 of Arsenal FC warms up prior to the MLS All-Star Game between Arsenal FC and MLS All-Stars at Audi Field on July 19, 2023 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

Arsenal’s willing to sell Tomiyasu

Rumours suggest that Arsenal's versatile defender, Takehiro Tomiyasu, could be on his way out, with Inter Milan expressing interest.
NAPLES, ITALY - MAY 21: Khvicha Kvaratskhelia of SSC Napoli during the Serie A match between SSC Napoli and FC Internazionale at Stadio Diego Armando Maradona on May 21, 2023 in Naples, Italy. (Photo by Francesco Pecoraro/Getty Images)

22yo winger annoyed by Arsenal transfer talk

Arsenal's interest in signing Kvicha Kvaratskhelia has reportedly left the Napoli star annoyed.
ZAGREB, CROATIA - OCTOBER 11: Josip Sutalo of Dinamo Zagreb poses for a photograph with the UEFA Player of the Match after the final whistle of the UEFA Champions League group E match between Dinamo Zagreb and FC Salzburg at Stadion Maksimir on October 11, 2022 in Zagreb, Croatia. (Photo by Jurij Kodrun/Getty Images)

Arsenal keen to seal deal for Josip Sutalo after extensive scouting

Following months of scouting, Arsenal are reportedly stepping up their pursuit of Dinamo Zagreb's centre-back Josip Sutalo
WASHINGTON, DC - JULY 19: Declan Rice #41 of Arsenal FC warms up prior to the MLS All-Star Game between Arsenal FC and MLS All-Stars at Audi Field on July 19, 2023 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

Declan Rice ‘blown away’ by Arsenal and Arteta

Joining Arsenal, Declan Rice has quickly had to adapt to new surroundings and expectations. His time under Mikel Arteta's stewardship is already fostering a significant...
NAPLES, ITALY - MAY 07: Khvicha Kvaratskhelia of SSC Napoli celebrates victory after the Serie A match between SSC Napoli and ACF Fiorentina at Stadio Diego Armando Maradona on May 07, 2023 in Naples, Italy. (Photo by Francesco Pecoraro/Getty Images)

Arsenal hope Meluso relationship will aid €85m winger deal

As Arsenal eye a move for Napoli's Kvaratskhelia, they hope their relationship with Napoli's new sporting director will work in their favour.
Mikel Arteta and Edu with Jurrien Timber signing his Arsenal contract (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Jurrien Timber explains how Arteta convinced him to join ‘dream’ Arsenal

Jurrien Timber has confirmed he was holding conversations with Mikel Arteta in person whilst visiting England for the Manchester derby FA Cup final.
Arsene Wenger (R), manager of Arsenal FC and Mikel Arteta address the media during a press conference ahead of their UEFA Champions League round of sixteen second leg match against FC Bayern Muenchen at Allianz Arena on March 10, 2014 in Munich, Germany.

Mikel Arteta explains how he channels Arsene Wenger

Arteta pays tribute to Wenger and reveals how the legendary manager's values are shaping his own approach at Arsenal.
WASHINGTON, DC - JULY 19: Declan Rice #41 of Arsenal FC in action during the MLS All-Star Game between Arsenal FC and MLS All-Stars at Audi Field on July 19, 2023 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta confirms Declan Rice injury

Get the latest updates on Declan Rice and Oleksandr Zinchenko's injuries and how their absence could impact Arsenal's upcoming matches.
Mikel Arteta ponders Arsenal's defeat vs Brighton and Gabriel Martinell's injury that left him in a protective boot. Martin Odegard is in the background

Arteta admits current Arsenal squad is unsustainable

Mikel Arteta has admitted Arsenal's current squad is unsustainable, and they're ready for movement in the market over the coming month or so.
Declan Rice after signing for Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Declan Rice names his favourite Arsenal teammate

Freshly signed Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice shares his experience, highlighting his unexpected bond with teammate Leandro Trossard.
WASHINGTON, DC - JULY 18: Folarin Balogun #26 of Arsenal FC looks on during the MLS All-Star Skills Challenge between Arsenal FC and MLS All-Stars at Audi Field on July 18, 2023 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta explains why Folarin Balogun didn’t play against Barcelona

A foot injury sidelined Arsenal's Folarin Balogun from their victory over Barcelona. Arteta confirms the injury and discusses Balogun's role upon recovery
INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - JULY 26: Leandro Trossard #19 of Arsenal celebrates his goal with Bukayo Saka #7 in front of Iñaki Peña (13) of FC Barcelona, for a 4-2 lead over FC Barcelona in a 5-3 Arsenal win, during a pre-season friendly between Arsenal and FC Barcelona at SoFi Stadium on July 26, 2023 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

Arsenal come from behind twice to beat Barcelona 5-3

Victorious conclusion for Arsenal's US tour with a thrilling 5-3 triumph over Barcelona, showcasing a promising squad ahead of the upcoming season.
Arsenal's Kai Havertz celebrates after scoring a goal during a friendly football match between the Major League Soccer (MLS) All-Star team and Arsenal FC, at Audi Field in Washington, DC, on July 19, 2023. (Photo by STEFANI REYNOLDS/AFP via Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta defends Kai Havertz

Mikel Arteta has defended Kai Havertz from the suggestion that he's less physical, and pointed out it's too early to draw conclusions on Arsenal's new midfield.
Arsenal transfers - LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 16: Kieran Tierney of Arsenal during the Premier League match between West Ham United and Arsenal FC at London Stadium on April 16, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

Arteta insists transfer-linked 26yo is in his plans

Mikel Arteta insists Kieran Tierney is in Arsenal's plans, praising the left-back's performances in pre-season.
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - JANUARY 27: Eddie Nketiah of Arsenal in action during the Emirates FA Cup Fourth Round match at the Etihad Stadium on January 27, 2023 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Eddie Nketiah: I will never accept that

Eddie Nketiah insists he'll never accept being a backup, and he's going to push to show why he should be a starter at Arsenal.
BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 26: Sokratis Papastathopoulos of Arsenal speaks to Dr Gary O'Driscoll, Team Doctor of Arsenal following a knock to his head during the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Arsenal FC at Vitality Stadium on December 26, 2019 in Bournemouth, United Kingdom. (Photo by Dan Mullan/Getty Images)

Arsenal identify Manchester United-bound replacement

Arsenal are on a mission to find their new head of medicine as the highly-regarded Gary O'Driscoll prepares to join Manchester United, marking the...
Kieran Tierney Arsenal exit - Arsenal's Scottish defender Kieran Tierney acknowledges supporters at the end of the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Wolverhampton Wanderers at the Emirates Stadium in London on May 28, 2023. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Tierney speaks about his Arsenal future amid exit speculation

Kieran Tierney says his future isn't up to him and he hasn't yet held conversations with Mikel Arteta on the subject.
NOTTINGHAM, ENGLAND - MAY 20: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal, arrives at the stadium prior to the Premier League match between Nottingham Forest and Arsenal FC at City Ground on May 20, 2023 in Nottingham, England. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta finally asked about his perfect hair

In a US tour interview, Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta finally addresses the query on everyone's mind - the secret behind his impeccable hair.
Declan Rice after signing for Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal’s squad now the most expensive in the world

Arsenal's spending spree skyrockets their squad's market value, dethroning Manchester City to become the most valuable squad globally.