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.

ORLANDO, FLORIDA: Gabriel Jesus of Arsenal celebrates after scoring their side's first goal during the Florida Cup match between Chelsea and Arsenal at Camping World Stadium on July 23, 2022. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann / Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta gives injury update on Gabriel Jesus

Gabriel Jesus scored his fourth goal in four Arsenal friendlies on Saturday night, but he came off with an injury concern in the second half.
ORLANDO, FLORIDA - JULY 23: Arsenal fans show their support during the Florida Cup match between Chelsea and Arsenal at Camping World Stadium on July 23, 2022 in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Sam Greenwood/Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta urges limited excitement after thumping Chelsea 4-0

Mikel Arteta was naturally delighted that his side put four past Chelsea at the Camping World Stadium in the early hours of Sunday morning but he also cautioned fans not to get too carried away just yet.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 01: Bukayo Saka of Arsenal looks on during the Premier League match between West Ham United and Arsenal at London Stadium on May 01, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Arsenal ready to focus on winger signing before deadline

Mikel Arteta is still hoping to bring in a winger to compete with and provide cover for Bukayo Saka, according to a report.
NUREMBERG, GERMANY - JULY 08: Gabriel Jesus of Arsenal reacts with head coach Mikel Arteta after 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)

Mikel Arteta confirms Arsenal’s transfer window not finished

Arsenal announced their fifth signing of the summer on Friday but Mikel Arteta admits there are still some things the club would like to do.
William Saliba playing for Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Mikel Arteta responds to questions on William Saliba’s contract

Mikel Arteta has reiterated that they're happy with how William Saliba has matured and adapted, amid talk of a new contract.
WATFORD, ENGLAND: Youri Tielemans of Leicester City applauds the fans during the Premier League match between Watford and Leicester City at Vicarage Road on May 15, 2022. (Photo by Paul Harding/Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta drives Arsenal interest in Premier League midfielder

Mikel Arteta is the main driving force behind the interest in Youri Tielemans, but Leicester City are in more of a rush to sell than Arsenal are to buy.
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND: William Saliba #12 of Arsenal and Dominic Calvert-Lewin #9 of Everton go after the ball in the first half during a preseason friendly at M&T Bank Stadium on July 16, 2022. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta assesses William Saliba’s first game back

Mikel Arteta has heaped praise on William Saliba following the defender's first appearance of pre-season for Arsenal this weekend.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Takehiro Tomiyasu of Arsenal applauds their fans prior to kick off of the Premier League match between West Ham United and Arsenal at London Stadium on May 01, 2022. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta confirms 5 Arsenal injury problems

Mikel Arteta has confirmed a number of injury problems in the current squad, explaining quite a few of Sunday's absences.
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - JULY 16: Arsenal fans celebrate the teams second goal against Everton in the first half during a preseason friendly at M&T Bank Stadium on July 16, 2022 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta on beating Everton, Gabriel Jesus & more

Arsenal continued their winning pre-season with a 2-0 victory over Everton in Baltimore on Saturday night and Mikel Arteta is impressed with what he has seen so far.
Kieran Tierney in training (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Mikel Arteta explains Tierney subsitution after injury scare

Mikel Arteta has played down fears of an injury to Kieran Tierney, insisting the early substitution was all part of their plan.
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Gabriel Jesus: I’m so happy to sign for this big club

Gabriel has been praising his relationship with Mikel Arteta and explaining why he opted to sign for Arsenal.
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“Let’s make some memories!” Arsenal sign Gabriel Jesus

Arsenal have announced the signing of Gabriel Jesus in an exciting deal worth a reported £45m.
Arsenal's French midfielder Matteo Guendouzi waves to the crowd at the end of the English Premier League football match between Leicester City and Arsenal at King Power Stadium in Leicester, central England on November 9, 2019. (Photo by Oli SCARFF / AFP)

What really happened between Mikel Arteta and Matteo Guendouzi?

When Mikel Arteta arrived at Arsenal, Matteo Guendouzi was valued at £45m and was a regular first team starter, but a handful of games later, he was out of the squad altogether, so what happened between Mikel Arteta and Matteo Guendouzi?
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Official: Arsenal sign Matt Turner

Arsenal have announced the signing of 28-year-old goalkeeper, Matt Turner, from New England Revolution.
Marseille's French defender Boubacar Kamara (C) celebrates scoring his team's first goal with Marseille's French defender Matteo Guendouzi (R) and Marseille's French defender William Saliba (L) during the French L1 football match between Olympique de Marseille (OM) and FC Lorient at Stade Velodrome in Marseille, southern France on October 17, 2021. (Photo by Nicolas TUCAT / AFP)

Guendouzi: I will try to push Saliba to stay with Marseille, it’s in his...

Matteo Guendouzi is set to join Marseille on a permanent deal this summer and he believes William Saliba will be joining him.

Arsenal inform William Saliba of their decision

Arsenal have now informed William Saliba that they're counting on him and want him to extend his deal, but Marseille are still waiting to make a move.
WATFORD, ENGLAND: Youri Tielemans of Leicester City applauds the fans during the Premier League match between Watford and Leicester City at Vicarage Road on May 15, 2022. (Photo by Paul Harding/Getty Images)

Arteta plans £25m bid for Premier League midfielder

Mikel Arteta is pushing a £25m bid for Youri Tielemans, though Leicester City could hold out for over £30m for the midfielder.
Marseille's French defender William Saliba (C) runs with the ball during the French L1 football match between Olympique Marseille (OM) and Lyon (OL) at the Stade Velodrome in Marseille, southern France, on May 1, 2022. (Photo by NICOLAS TUCAT/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal inform William Saliba of their transfer decision

Arsenal have told William Saliba they've decided to keep him, and raised the possibility of a contract extension with the club.
WOLVERHAMPTON, ENGLAND - MAY 15: Dean Smith, Manager of Norwich City inspects the pitch prior to the Premier League match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Norwich City at Molineux on May 15, 2022 in Wolverhampton, England. (Photo by Nathan Stirk/Getty Images)

Norwich manager wants ruin Tottenham’s Champions League dreams

Norwich manager Dean Smith is hoping his side can be 'party poopers' against Tottenham as they also eye up an additional £2m for their final finishing place.
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND: Gabriel Jesus of Manchester City celebrates after scoring their team's fifth goal during the Premier League match between Manchester City and Watford at Etihad Stadium on April 23, 2022. (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images,)

Reporter confirms Arsenal summer plans after top-4 blow

Arsenal's presumed lack of Champions League football next season won't stop them from investing in the squad, according to a report.
Zak Swanson pulls on the captain's armband for the Arsenal u23s against Bromley FC (Photo by Dan Critchlow)

Arteta discusses using academy players against Newcastle United

Mikel Arteta suggested Arsenal are lacking a specified central defender in their academy options at the moment, amid the current centre-back crisis.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Gabriel Magalhaes of Arsenal battles for possession with Harry Kane of Tottenham Hotspur during the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on May 12, 2022. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Latest on Gabriel Magalhaes injury ahead of Newcastle clash

Mikel Arteta gave an update on Gabriel Magalhaes after the game against Tottenham Hotspur, but admitted they don't know much yet.
In this composite image a comparison has been made between Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal (L) and Antonio Conte, Manager of Tottenham Hotspur. Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal meet in a Premier League match on January 16,2022 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London,England. ***LEFT IMAGE*** Manager of Arsenal, Mikel Arteta 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 Justin Setterfield/Getty Images) ***RIGHT IMAGE*** WATFORD, ENGLAND - JANUARY 01: Antonio Conte, Manager of Tottenham Hotspur looks on during the Premier League match between Watford and Tottenham Hotspur at Vicarage Road on January 01, 2022 in Watford, England. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

Antonio Conte moans about Mikel Arteta moaning

Antonio Conte, who moaned for months about Arsenal after the January postponement, has told Mikel Arteta not to complain so much after Thursday night's game.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta celebrates on the final whistle in the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Leeds United at the Emirates Stadium in London on May 8, 2022. - Arsenal won the game 2-1. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Arteta’s new contract contains £3.3m payrise

Arsenal announced last week that Mikel Arteta had signed a new contract until the end of the 2024/25 season so what is the Arsenal manager earning with his new deal?
BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND: Ben White of Arsenal celebrates with the fans after his side's victory during the Premier League match between Aston Villa and Arsenal at Villa Park on March 19, 2022. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Latest on Ben White and Bukayo Saka for North London derby

Mikel Arteta had good news on Ben White and Bukayo Saka for the North London derby, following the weekend win over Leeds United.
Arsenal's English defender Ben White chases the ball during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium in London on April 23, 2022. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

White, Saka, Tomiyasu: Arsenal injury latest pre-Leeds clash

Mikel Arteta's pre-Leeds United press conference brought good news on the injury front, after the speculation around Ben White and Bukayo Saka.
Mikel Arteta and Jonas Eidevall sign their new contracts (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Major contract extensions for Mikel Arteta & Jonas Eidevall

Mikel Arteta and Jonas Eidevall have both signed new contracts with Arsenal, the club has announced.
Arsenal's English midfielder Bukayo Saka celebrates after scoring their fourth goal from the penalty spot during the English Premier League football match between Chelsea and Arsenal at Stamford Bridge in London on April 20, 2022. - Arsenal won the game 4-2. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal team news update ahead of West Ham

Mikel Arteta met with reporters on Friday and gave the latest on Arsenal's injured players, with Bukayo Saka, Thomas Partey and Takehiro Tomiyasu all getting an update.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 26: Mohamed Elneny of Arsenal gives instructions during the Carabao Cup Round of 16 match between Arsenal and Leeds United at Emirates Stadium on October 26, 2021 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta had to convince Arsenal 29yo to stay in January

Mikel Arteta says he convinced Mohamed Elneny to stay in January, and they'll discuss the player's future at the end of the season.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta reacts after the English Premier League football match between Crystal Palace and Arsenal at Selhurst Park in south London on April 4, 2022. - Crystal Palace won the match 3-0. - RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. No use with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or 'live' services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No video emulation. Social media in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No use in betting publications, games or single club/league/player publications. (Photo by ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal want 2 strikers this summer

Arsenal are looking to sign two strikers this summer, and they're primarily hoping to bring in homegrown players.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Eddie Nketiah of Arsenal celebrates after scoring their team's third goal during the Premier League match between Chelsea and Arsenal at Stamford Bridge on April 20, 2022. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

Arteta & Nketiah agree on what they’re fighting for

Mikel Arteta and Eddie Nketiah both stressed that they're giving their all for the Arsenal fans after Wednesday's win over Chelsea.
Arsenal's English midfielder Bukayo Saka celebrates after scoring their fourth goal from the penalty spot during the English Premier League football match between Chelsea and Arsenal at Stamford Bridge in London on April 20, 2022. - Arsenal won the game 4-2. (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta hails Bukayo Saka’s courage against Chelsea

Mikel Arteta hailed Bukayo Saka's courage for stepping up to take the penalty that sealed Arsenal's 4-2 win over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Wednesday night.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta reacts during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Brighton and Hove Albion at the Emirates Stadium in London on April 9, 2022. - Brighton won the match 2-1. (Photo by JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Arteta: We get slapped then we lift ourselves up

Mikel Arteta has said that Arsenal were 'slapped' after their defeat to Brighton but that they have to get back up again.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta reacts during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Brighton and Hove Albion at the Emirates Stadium in London on April 9, 2022. - Brighton won the match 2-1. (Photo by JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Why it’s time for Arsenal to ditch Lacazette for Nketiah

If you didn't know it already, following last Monday's rather painful experience at Selhurst Park, Saturday's home defeat to Brighton, told us rather emphatically, that nothing can be taken for granted as we head towards the end of this Premier League season.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta reacts during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Brighton and Hove Albion at the Emirates Stadium in London on April 9, 2022. - Brighton won the match 2-1. (Photo by JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal pay the price for Arteta’s poor management

Arsenal were awful again as they lost to Brighton at the Emirates and questions are once more hanging over Mikel Arteta's head following an atrocious week and some awful decisions.
WEST BROMWICH, ENGLAND - AUGUST 25: Nicolas Pepe of Arsenal during the Carabao Cup Second Round between West Bromwich Albion and Arsenal at The Hawthorns on August 25, 2021 in West Bromwich, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Arsenal make £25m Nicolas Pepe decision

Arsenal are apparently willing to accept just £25m for Nicolas Pepe as Mikel Arteta looks to get rid of the club's record signing.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta reacts after the English Premier League football match between Crystal Palace and Arsenal at Selhurst Park in south London on April 4, 2022. - Crystal Palace won the match 3-0. - RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. No use with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or 'live' services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No video emulation. Social media in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No use in betting publications, games or single club/league/player publications. (Photo by ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Arteta says he wants 4 extra new players in the summer

Arsenal have one of the thinnest squads in the Premier League but, ahead of the game against Brighton on Saturday, Mikel Arteta revealed something of his summer plans.
Albert Sambi Lokonga via Arsenal

Opportunity knocks for 2 Arsenal men

So, the last time we spoke, some idiot was saying something about not casting envious eyes in the direction of the Crystal Palace bench and our former captain, Patrick Vieira.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Nuno Tavares of Arsenal in action during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Watford at Emirates Stadium on November 07, 2021. (Photo by Richard Heathcote / Getty Images)

Arteta insists ‘nothing personal’ in his treatment of Arsenal 22yo

Mikel Arteta says there was nothing personal in his decision to substitute Nuno Tavares on Monday, and hints the player could return to the side immediately.
Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal gives Dani Ceballos of Arsenal instructions during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Everton FC at Emirates Stadium on February 23, 2020 in London, United Kingdom.

Dani Ceballos speaks out on Mikel Arteta after Palace defeat

Dani Ceballos has tweeted his support for Mikel Arteta following Arsenal's disappointing defeat to Crystal Palace on Monday night.