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.

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.
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND: Unai Emery, Manager of Aston Villa, reacts prior to the Premier League match between Manchester City and Aston Villa at Etihad Stadium on February 12, 2023. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

Unai Emery on his ‘complete and beautiful’ time at Arsenal and Aston Villa ambitions

Unai Emery reflects on his Arsenal tenure and shares his ambitious goals for Aston Villa, including European football and a title challenge.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta applauds fans on the pitch after the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Crystal Palace at the Emirates Stadium in London on March 19, 2023. - Arsenal won the game 4-1. (Photo by JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta: We were punished heavily

Mikel Arteta thinks Arsenal were unfortunate to drop points in their last couple of games, arguing the Gunners deserved to win both matches.
DERBY, ENGLAND - JANUARY 30: Declan Rice of West Ham United gestures to the crowd during warm-up ahead of the Emirates FA Cup Fourth Round match between Derby County and West Ham United at Pride Park on January 30, 2023 in Derby, England. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

West Ham preparing for life without Declan Rice amid Arsenal links

Arsenal's interest in Declan Rice grows as West Ham prepares for life without their star midfielder.
Manchester City's Norwegian striker Erling Haaland reacts after the UEFA Champions League Group G football match between Borussia Dortmund and Manchester City in Dortmund, western Germany on October 25, 2022. - The match ended in a 0-0 draw. (Photo by Sascha Schuermann / AFP) (Photo by SASCHA SCHUERMANN/AFP via Getty Images)

Pep Guardiola reacts to Arteta’s comments about Haaland

Pep Guardiola addresses Arteta's comments on Haaland, praising the City striker's exceptional qualities ahead of the City-Arsenal clash.
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 21: Pep Guardiola, Manager of Manchester City bumps fists with Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal after the Premier League match between Arsenal and Manchester City at Emirates Stadium on February 21, 2021 in London, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Arteta explains Arsenal’s Manchester City and Haaland plan

Arteta discusses Manchester City game plan, Erling Haaland, and the influence of ex-City players Jesus and Zinchenko in Arsenal squad.
WOLVERHAMPTON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 17: Pedro Neto of Wolverhampton Wanderers reacts after a missed chance during the Premier League match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Manchester City at Molineux on September 17, 2022 in Wolverhampton, England. (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images)

Arsenal revive interest in Wolves’ Pedro Neto as cover for Bukayo Saka

Arsenal revive interest in Wolves winger Pedro Neto as Mikel Arteta seeks cover for Bukayo Saka in the upcoming transfer window.
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 discusses injuries, title aspirations, and Manchester City game strategy

In his pre-match press conference, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta discussed the upcoming game against Manchester City, injuries, and his team's title aspirations.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 20: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal looks on prior to the UEFA Europa League group A match between Arsenal FC and PSV Eindhoven at Emirates Stadium on October 20, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Arteta hits out at unfair criticism of Arsenal mascot clip

Mikel Arteta has hit out at unfair criticism of his Arsenal squad following one interaction with a mascot at the weekend.

Mikel Arteta says Bukayo Saka not ‘undroppable’ – but he’s close

Mikel Arteta says that though Bukayo Saka isn't 'undroppable', he's earned the right to play consistently for Arsenal in the remainder of the season.
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)

Latest injury updates on William Saliba and Oleksandr Zinchenko

Mikel Arteta has given injury updates on William Saliba and Oleksandr Zinchenko ahead of Arsenal's upcoming league fixtures.
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)

Key points from Mikel Arteta’s press conference

Mikel Arteta discussed a range of topics in his pre-match press conference, addressing concerns about injuries, Bukayo Saka's mindset, and the state of the title race.
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)

William Saliba pushes for Arsenal return despite injury concerns

William Saliba is reportedly determined to return for the title run-in despite risking further aggravation to his back injury.
LEVERKUSEN, GERMANY - MARCH 19: Ryan Gravenberch of FC Bayern Munich looks on prior to the Bundesliga match between Bayer 04 Leverkusen and FC Bayern München at BayArena on March 19, 2023 in Leverkusen, Germany. (Photo by Dean Mouhtaropoulos/Getty Images)

Ryan Gravenberch’s Arsenal transfer talks scheduled for this week

Arsenal's potential transfer of Bayern Munich midfielder Ryan Gravenberch is discussed, with his entourage reportedly seeking a meeting this week.
Declan Rice Arsenal transfer -Arsenal transfers - West Ham's Declan Rice reacts after a draw in the UEFA Europa Conference League first-leg quarter final football match between Belgian KAA Gent and West Ham United FC at the Ghelamco Arena in Ghent on April 13, 2023. (Photo by TOM GOYVAERTS/Belga/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal’s pursuit of Declan Rice gathers momentum

Arsenal's pursuit of West Ham midfielder Declan Rice gains momentum, with Jamie Carragher suggesting the interest is more than just rumours.
Frankfurt's Swiss midfielder Djibril Sow celebrates scoring the 1-0 goal during the German first division Bundesliga football match between Eintracht Frankfurt and TSG 1899 Hoffenheim in Frankfurt am Main, south-western Germany, on November 9, 2022. (Photo by DANIEL ROLAND/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal eyeing €15m bargain Eintracht Frankfurt midfielder

Arsenal target Djibril Sow from Eintracht Frankfurt, potentially securing the midfielder for a bargain €15m as they aim to bolster their squad.
ROTTERDAM, NETHERLANDS - MARCH 27: Xavi Simons of Netherlands stands for the national anthem prior to the UEFA EURO 2024 qualifying round group B match between Netherlands and Gibraltar at De Kuip on March 27, 2023 in Rotterdam, Netherlands. (Photo by Dean Mouhtaropoulos/Getty Images)

Arsenal, Liverpool eyeing PSV’s Xavi Simons

Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool reportedly show interest in PSV Eindhoven's talented Dutch midfielder, Xavi Simons, eyeing a potential transfer.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 13: Flynn Downes of West Ham United warms up prior to the UEFA Europa Conference League group B match between West Ham United and RSC Anderlecht at London Stadium on October 13, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

“We certainly don’t fear Arsenal” says West Ham man

West Ham United faces Arsenal in a pivotal Premier League clash, with the Hammers aiming to prove their worth against the table-toppers.
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 03: David Moyes, Manager of West Ham United and Mikel Arteta, assistant coach of Manchester City greet each other during the Premier League match between Manchester City and West Ham United at Etihad Stadium on December 3, 2017 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)

Arteta on Saliba, Martinelli and West Ham

Mikel Arteta discusses Arsenal's preparation for the game against West Ham United, player injuries, and his admiration for David Moyes.
William Saliba in an interview with Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Confirmed: William Saliba out of West Ham game

Saliba ruled out for West Ham clash, Arteta confirms; Nketiah returns to training after 41-day absence due to ankle injury, boosting Arsenal's title push.