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 transfers - MUNICH, GERMANY: Joao Cancelo of FC Bayern München looks on during the Bundesliga match between FC Bayern München and Hertha BSC at Allianz Arena on April 30, 2023. (Photo by Sebastian Widmann/Getty Images)

Arsenal eye 3rd Manchester City signing

Explore the potential summer transfer of João Cancelo from Manchester City to Arsenal. Understand the fallout with Pep Guardiola leading to his loan to Bayern.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 02: Martin Odegaard of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Chelsea FC at Emirates Stadium on May 02, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

Martin Odegaard excels at Arsenal matching Fàbregas record

Martin Odegaard's performance at Arsenal mirrors legend Cesc Fàbregas'. With 15 goals this season, Odegaard could soon surpass Fàbregas' record.
BRIGHTON, ENGLAND - MARCH 15: Moises Caicedo of Brighton & Hove Albion looks on during the Premier League match between Brighton & Hove Albion and Crystal Palace at American Express Community Stadium on March 15, 2023 in Brighton, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

De Zerbi: Moises Caicedo has no point to prove against Arsenal

Brighton's Roberto De Zerbi insists star midfielder Moises Caicedo has nothing to prove in their upcoming match against Arsenal.
BRIGHTON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 31: Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta looks on during the Premier League match between Brighton & Hove Albion and Arsenal FC at American Express Community Stadium on December 31, 2022 in Brighton, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Arsenal’s bid for record season meets Brighton’s historic campaign

Previewing Arsenal v Brighton clash as the Gunners chase a record season while Brighton seek to uphold their impressive campaign.
Leverkusen's Burkinabe defender Edmond Tapsoba and Union Berlin's Hungarian midfielder Andras Schaefer both jump to head the ball during the German first division Bundesliga football match between Union Berlin and Bayer 04 Leverkusen in Berlin on April 29, 2023. (Photo by John MACDOUGALL / AFP) / DFL REGULATIONS PROHIBIT ANY USE OF PHOTOGRAPHS AS IMAGE SEQUENCES AND/OR QUASI-VIDEO ALTERNATIVE CROP (Photo by JOHN MACDOUGALL/AFP via Getty Images)

2 Leverkusen stars for Arsenal with Xhaka going the other way

Arteta's Arsenal reportedly targets Leverkusen stars Tapsoba and Diaby, while Granit Xhaka's future at the club looks uncertain.
BRIGHTON, ENGLAND - MAY 04: Solly March of Brighton & Hove Albion gets past Diogo Dalot of Manchester United during the Premier League match between Brighton & Hove Albion and Manchester United at American Express Community Stadium on May 04, 2023 in Brighton, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Brighton injury crisis deepens ahead of Arsenal match

Arsenal seeks to capitalise on Brighton's injury woes to boost title hopes, as they will be without a number of key players.
Arsenal's English midfielder Reiss Nelson celebrates after scoring his team third goal of the team during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Bournemouth at the Emirates Stadium in London on March 4, 2023. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Reiss Nelson rejects new Arsenal contract amid Brighton interest

Reiss Nelson rejects new Arsenal contract, leaving his future uncertain as he seeks more playing time and catches Brighton's eye.
AL RAYYAN, QATAR: Ferran Torres of Spain in action during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Round of 16 match between Morocco and Spain at Education City Stadium on December 06, 2022. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

10 Arsenal summer transfer targets

Arsenal target Declan Rice, Martin Zubimendi, Ferran Torres, and more in ambitious summer transfer window spree to boost their squad.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 02: Granit Xhaka of Arsenal reacts during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Chelsea FC at Emirates Stadium on May 02, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

Fan reaction mixed as Arsenal ready to sell Granit Xhaka

Arsenal consider selling Xhaka to Leverkusen, fans react; pursuit of Declan Rice and Moises Caicedo intensifies.
Ajax's defender Noussair Mazraoui (L) and Ajax's defender Devyne Rensch react during the Dutch Eredivisie match between Ajax Amsterdam and FC Emmen at the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, on May 2, 2021. - Ajax Amsterdam clinched their 35th Dutch league title on Sunday with a 4-0 victory over Emmen. - Netherlands OUT (Photo by MAURICE VAN STEEN / ANP / AFP) / Netherlands OUT (Photo by MAURICE VAN STEEN/ANP/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal want Ajax 20yo to solve problem position

Arsenal are considering a move for Ajax's Devyne Rensch to strengthen their right-back options, but face competition from Brighton and Sevilla.
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - MAY 07: Martin Odegaard of Arsenal celebrates after scoring the team's first goal with teammate Bukayo Saka during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Arsenal FC at St. James Park on May 07, 2023 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

Martin Odegaard FaceTimes Arsenal fans after Newcastle win

Martin Odegaard spoke to Arsenal fans on their train journey home from Newcastle on Sunday, through a FaceTime call.
Jorginho wearing an Arsenal shirt in another leaked picture (Photo via Chris Wheatley)

Jorginho adds touch of humour to Arsenal’s title race hopes

Jorginho jokes about divine help in Arsenal title race; Gunners' hopes alive after Newcastle win; intense Premier League finale looms.
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West Ham eye former Arsenal midfielder as Declan Rice replacement

West Ham consider former Arsenal midfielder Matteo Guendouzi as a potential replacement for Declan Rice in the upcoming transfer window.
13th April 1932: Arsenal Football Club Manager Herbert Chapman (centre), chats with a key member of his team , Alex James (right), on the pitch at Wembley before the FA Cup final. (Photo by J. Gaiger/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

How Arteta, Guardiola, Klopp and Xavi are embracing Herbert Chapman’s tactics

Discover how top managers like Arteta embrace Herbert Chapman's W-M formation, highlighting its lasting influence on modern football tactics.
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - MAY 07: Martin Odegaard of Arsenal celebrates after scoring the team's first goal with teammate Bukayo Saka during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Arsenal FC at St. James Park on May 07, 2023 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

Bukayo Saka hails Martin Odegaard

Bukayo Saka hails Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard who scored another crucial goal, leading Gunners to victory against Newcastle United in a high-stakes Premier League match.
TOPSHOT - Arsenal's Swiss midfielder Granit Xhaka and Arsenal's Norwegian midfielder Martin Odegaard (R) celebrates their team's second goal during the English Premier League football match between Newcastle United and Arsenal at St James' Park in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, north east England on May 7, 2023. (Photo by LINDSEY PARNABY/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal put Stokesque Newcastle in their place

Arsenal claim crucial 2-0 win against Newcastle, keeping their Premier League title hopes alive. Odegaard and Schar's own goal seal victory.
BOCHUM, GERMANY: Moussa Diaby of Leverkusen runs with the ball during the Bundesliga match between VfL Bochum and Bayer 04 Leverkusen at Vonovia Ruhrstadion on April 10, 2022. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images)

Arsenal, Newcastle register interest in 14-goal Bundesliga winger

Arsenal have registered their interest in a summer move for Bayer Leverkusen winger Moussa Diaby, according to a report.
LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 23: Kieran Tierney of Arsenal receives tips from Unai Emery, Manager of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Southampton FC at Emirates Stadium on November 23, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Emery wants Kieran Tierney reunion as Newcastle United prepare £30m bid

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery is reportedly targeting Arsenal left-back Kieran Tierney for a summer move, seeking a reunion with the player he brought to the Emirates.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 02: Granit Xhaka of Arsenal reacts during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Chelsea FC at Emirates Stadium on May 02, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

Xhaka’s new attacking role at Arsenal proves fruitful

Granit Xhaka discusses his transformation into a more attacking role under Mikel Arteta and how it's improved his performances this season.
LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 23: Miguel Azeez of Arsenal warms up prior to the Premier League match between Arsenal and Manchester United at Emirates Stadium on April 23, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Arsenal loanee returns and joins 1st-team training

Arsenal's Miguel Azeez returns from Wigan loan spell early, joining first-team training amid family conflict with Wigan boss Shaun Maloney.
Arsenal's French defender William Saliba celebrates after scoring his team's first goal during the UEFA Europa League last 16 first leg football match between Sporting CP and Arsenal at Jose Alvalade stadium in Lisbon on March 9, 2023. (Photo by FILIPE AMORIM/AFP via Getty Images)

Latest on William Saliba’s contract talks with Arsenal

Mikel Arteta has given the latest on William Saliba's contract situation, with the defender currently sidelined through injury.
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 discusses injuries and Newcastle challenge

Mikel Arteta addresses injuries, tactics, and his expectations for the upcoming match against Newcastle United in his pre-match press conference.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta (C) celebrates as he looks at West Ham United's Scottish manager David Moyes (L) at the end of the English Premier League football match between West Ham United and Arsenal at the London Stadium, in London on May 1, 2022.(Photo by IAN KINGTON/IKIMAGES/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal meet representatives of top-tier players keen to join

Arsenal have representatives of top-tier players coming to them with an interest in transfers after an impressive campaign for Mikel Arteta's side.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta applauds the fans following during the English Premier League football match between Fulham and Arsenal at Craven Cottage in London on March 12, 2023. (Photo by ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Arteta assesses how Champions League will affect Arsenal’s recruitment

Mikel Arteta says Arsenal's return to the Champions League will help with their recruitment, though he insists the club is a big draw either way.
LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 22: Marc Guehi of Crystal Palace passes the ball during the Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Everton FC at Selhurst Park on April 22, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Warren Little/Getty Images)

Arsenal eye Crystal Palace’s Marc Guéhi

Arsenal are reportedly keen on signing Crystal Palace defender Marc Guéhi to strengthen their defence.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 01: Jonas Eidevall, Head Coach of Arsenal, applauds the fans following their side's defeat to VfL Wolfsburg during the UEFA Women's Champions League semi-final 2nd leg match between Arsenal and VfL Wolfsburg at Emirates Stadium on May 01, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)

Jonas Eidevall reflects on Arsenal’s cruel Champions League defeat

Arsenal Women's coach Jonas Eidevall reflects on their heartbreaking Champions League semi-final exit, as they face the challenge of bouncing back in the WSL.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 01: Leah Williamson of Arsenal, wearing a knee support for their ACL injury, acknowledges the fans as they walk with players of Arsenal after their side's defeat to VfL Wolfsburg during the UEFA Women's Champions League semi-final 2nd leg match between Arsenal and VfL Wolfsburg at Emirates Stadium on May 01, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)

Arsenal Women’s Champions League heartbreak in thrilling semi-final

Heartbreak for Arsenal in Women's Champions League semi-final as Bremer's extra-time winner sends Wolfsburg to the final against Barcelona.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta (R) reacts during the English Premier League football match between Manchester City and Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester, north west England, on April 26, 2023. lications, games or single club/league/player publications. / (Photo by OLI SCARFF/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal rethink summer transfer plans

Arteta rethinks Arsenal's summer transfer strategy, targeting more comprehensive squad reinforcement in response to recent setbacks.
COMPOSITE OF IMAGES - Image numbers 1183588211,1196044327 - GRADIENT ADDED) In this composite image a comparison has been made between Frank Lampard, Manager of Chelsea (L) and Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal . Chelsea and Arsenal meet in a Premier League fixture on January 21, 2020 at Stamford Bridge in London. ***LEFT IMAGE*** BURNLEY, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 26: Frank Lampard, Manager of Chelsea looks on prior to the Premier League match between Burnley FC and Chelsea FC at Turf Moor on October 26, 2019 in Burnley, United Kingdom. (Photo by Jan Kruger/Getty Images) ***RIGHT IMAGE*** BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 26: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal looks on 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)

Lampard urges Chelsea to learn from Arsenal

Frank Lampard urges Chelsea to learn from Arsenal's successful rebuild as they prepare for a Premier League clash amid injury concerns.
LONDON, ENGLAND: William Saliba of Arsenal leaves the pitch after picking up an injury during the UEFA Europa League round of 16 leg two match between Arsenal FC and Sporting CP at Emirates Stadium on March 16, 2023. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

William Saliba injury update ahead of Chelsea clash

Arteta confirms William Saliba remains unavailable for Chelsea clash, with concerns about his return this season.

Aleksandr Kokorin: I turned down Arsenal

Former Dynamo Moscow striker Aleksandr Kokorin opens up about his decision to reject a move to Arsenal and the impact it had on his career.
Lens' Belgian forward Lois Openda celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the French L1 football match between RC Lens and AS Monaco at Stade Bollaert-Delelis in Lens, northern France on April 22, 2023. (Photo by FRANCOIS LO PRESTI / AFP) (Photo by FRANCOIS LO PRESTI/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal must pay €30m to secure RC Lens star Lois Openda

Arsenal eyeing €30m RC Lens striker Lois Openda, but face competition from Aston Villa and potential Champions League qualification complications.
Arsenal's English midfielder Reiss Nelson celebrates after scoring his team third goal of the team during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Bournemouth at the Emirates Stadium in London on March 4, 2023. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Reiss Nelson offered to AC Milan

Arsenal's Reiss Nelson has been offered to AC Milan as his contract nears expiration, potentially making him an attractive signing for the Italian club.
Arsenal's Swiss midfielder Granit Xhaka celebrates after scoring their fourth goal during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Leeds United at the Emirates Stadium in London on April 1, 2023. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal to sell Xhaka, Tierney and Balogun

Arteta plans to sell Xhaka, Tierney, and Balogun to raise funds for summer signings like Declan Rice and Moises Caicedo, strengthening Arsenal's squad.
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)

6 months scouting: Arsenal target Dinamo Zagreb’s Josip Sutalo

Arsenal reportedly target Dinamo Zagreb centre-back Josip Sutalo to reinforce their defence.
PAMPLONA, SPAIN: Ivan Fresneda of Real Valladolid in action during the LaLiga Santander match between CA Osasuna and Real Valladolid CF at El Sadar Stadium on October 30, 2022. (Photo by Juan Manuel Serrano Arce/Getty Images)

Exciting 18yo Arsenal target Ivan Fresneda learning English

Arsenal show interest in La Liga's young talent Ivan Fresneda, with the Real Valladolid starlet aspiring to join one of the 'best teams in the world'.
Ajax' Ghanaian midfielder Mohammed Kudus reacts during the Dutch Eredivisie premier league football match between Ajax Amsterdam and Feyenoord at the Johan Cruijff ArenA in Amsterdam on March 19, 2023. (Photo by MAURICE VAN STEEN / ANP / AFP) / Netherlands OUT (Photo by MAURICE VAN STEEN/ANP/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal want €45m Manchester United target Mohammed Kudus

Arsenal are reportedly considering Ajax's Mohammed Kudus as a potential midfield addition, with the talented Ghanaian linked to a Premier
Nice's new recruit Ivorian forward Nicolas Pepe is presented during the UEFA Conference League play-off second leg football match between OGC Nice and Maccabi Tel-Aviv FC at the Allianz Riviera stadium in Nice on August 25, 2022. - Nice's new recrue Pepe (Photo by Valery HACHE / AFP) (Photo by VALERY HACHE/AFP via Getty Images)

Nicolas Pepe’s future in doubt after underwhelming season

Nicolas Pepe faces an uncertain future after a disappointing loan spell at OGC Nice, with Arsenal hopeful of selling the winger.
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Some train better: Matteo Guendouzi likely to return to Premier League

Former Arsenal midfielder Matteo Guendouzi is struggling with playing time at OM, sparking rumours of a potential return to the Premier League.
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)

Former Arsenal star gives Kieran Tierney advice on future

Former Arsenal star Bacary Sagna advises Kieran Tierney to fight for his place in Arteta's line-up, stressing the importance of perseverance.