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 v Tottenham Hotspur - Premier League - Emirates Stadium Arsenal s Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang right in the substitute s area in the stands during the Premier League match at Emirates Stadium, London. Picture date: Sunday March 14, 2021. Copyright: Julian Finney

Arsenal striker still not fit to start pre-Newcastle United clash

Mikel Arteta has given an update on the fitness of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, ahead of Arsenal's clash with Newcastle United this weekend.

Arteta gives positive update on Arsenal 20yo’s contract talks

Mikel Arteta has confirmed Arsenal's plans to try and extend Emile Smith Rowe's contract, and insists the player wants to stay.
Arsenal v Liverpool - Premier League - Emirates Stadium Arsenal s Kieran Tierney walks off the pitch with an injury during the Premier League match at The Emirates Stadium, London. Saturday April 3, 2021. Copyright: Catherine Ivill

1 out, 1 doubt: Arsenal team news for Newcastle United clash

Alexandre Lacazette is out of the trip to Newcastle United on Sunday, but Kieran Tierney is in contention for the squad.
Folarin Balogun after signing his new long-term contract with Arsenal (Photo via Balogun on Twitter)

Arsenal faced complications convincing player to extend contract

Mikel Arteta says Arsenal had to undo a 'really complicated' situation before they could convince Folarin Balogun to extend his contract.
Kieran Tierney of Arsenal FC during the UEFA Europa League round of 32 Leg 1 match between SL Benfica and Arsenal at Stadio Olimpico, Rome, Italy on 18 February 2021. Copyright: Giuseppe Maffia

Tierney and 3 others may make shock early return vs Villarreal

Arsenal are closing in on a surprising clean bill of health, with all their injured players apparently on the verge of a comeback.
Hundreds of Arsenal fans gathered outside The Emirates Stadium in London in a oeKroenke out protest demanding the club owner Stanley Kroenke to leave. Owners of the six big British football clubs including Arsenal has become targets of fans after their failed attempt to form a European Super League last week. London United Kingdom - Copyright: Tayfun Salci

Where does Arsenal’s season rank in their worst so far?

If Arsenal win all their remaining Premier League games, they will finish with 61 points, so what does this total mean?
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Fan anger rising: Arsenal protest planned as Manchester United fans get into training ground

Fan anger is real and ahead of the planned protest at Arsenal's home game against Everton, a group of Manchester United supporters staged a protest of their own

Arteta gives encouraging injury update ahead of Everton clash

Speaking before the visit of Everton on Friday, Mikel Arteta says Arsenal's five injured players are ahead of schedule in their recoveries.
Mikel Arteta speaks with Folarin Balogun ahead of his debut against Dundalk (Photo via Twitter)

Arsenal 19yo academy striker ready to push for first-team spot

Mikel Arteta thinks Folarin Balogun will be pushing all of Arsenal's first-team strikers for a spot in the team, after earning his chance at senior level.
Coach of Arsenal Mikel Arteta in action during the FC European Football League quarterfinal match SK Slavia Prague vs Arsenal in Prague, Czech Republic, April 15, 2021. CTKxPhoto/OndrejxDeml CTK

Mikel Arteta on facing Unai Emery and Emery on facing Arsenal

After Arsenal's 5-1 aggregate win over Slavia Prague, Mikel Arteta was rewarded with a tie against the man he replaced, so how does he feel about facing Unai Emery?
WOLFSBURG, GERMANY: Sead Kolasinac of FC Schalke 04 looks dejected during the DFB Cup Round of Sixteen match between VfL Wolfsburg and FC Schalke 04 at Volkswagen Arena on February 03, 2021. (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images)

Mikel Areta blocks Sead Kolasinac permanent move to Schalke

Mikel Arteta has reportedly blocked Schalke signing Sead Kolasinac on a permanent basis according to a report in Bild.
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Aubameyang returns home after 2 days in hospital

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang contracted malaria while on international duty during the last break but the player has now returned home after two days in hospital
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Arsenal Arteta replacement? Journalist claims former Chelsea manager being monitored

According to a journalist from Italy, Arsenal are monitoring former Chelsea boss, Maurizio Sarri, but the manager would prefer a move to Napoli.
Folarin Balogun celebrates his hat-trick against Brighton u23s (Photo via David Price)

Arteta confirms Folarin Baolgun contract ‘very close’ as striker scores again

Mikel Arteta has confirmed that Folarin Balogun is on the verge of signing a new Arsenal contract.
Nice's French defender William Saliba looks on during the French L1 football match between Nice and Bordeaux at the Allianz Riviera stadium in Nice, on January 17, 2021. (Photo by VALERY HACHE/AFP via Getty Images)

William Saliba to get Arsenal chance as he continues to impress

Arsenal will give William Saliba a chance to stake a claim in the Arsenal team and the player is doing all he can to impress before he returns.
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Arsenal 3rd best PL side for youngsters behind Wolves and Sheffield United

Arsenal are the best top side in the Premier League when it comes to giving chances to under-21 players but they still lag behind Wolves and Sheffield United.
ROME, ITALY - FEBRUARY 18: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal looks on ahead of the UEFA Europa League Round of 32 match between SL Benfica and Arsenal FC at Stadio Olimpico on February 18, 2021 in Rome, Italy. SL Benfica face Arsenal FC at a neutral venue in Rome behind closed doors after Portugal imposed a ban on travellers arriving from the UK in an effort to prevent the spread of Covid-19 variants. (Photo by Paolo Bruno/Getty Images)

Arsenal fans don’t influence Arteta: He doesn’t read what they say

Mikel Arteta admits he does not read what fans say as he does not want to be distracted.
Sheffield, England, 11th April 2021. Oliver Burke of Sheffield Utd tussles with Granit Xhaka of Arsenal during the Premier League match at Bramall Lane, Sheffield. Picture credit: Andrew Yates / Sportimage

Granit Xhaka position change may not be one-off hints Mikel Arteta

When the Arsenal team for the game against Sheffield United was announced everyone was surprised to see Granit Xhaka at left-back and it may not be temporary
DUBLIN, IRELAND: Folarin Balogun of Arsenal scores their sides fourth goal past Gary Rogers of Dundalk during the UEFA Europa League Group B stage match between Dundalk FC and Arsenal FC at Aviva Stadium on December 10, 2020. (Photo by Charles McQuillan/Getty Images)

Folarin Balogun contract announcement expected

Folarin Balogun's contract extension with Arsenal is expected to be announced on Wednesday, with Mikel Arteta's first-team assurances proving key.
Arsenal v Liverpool - Premier League - Emirates Stadium Arsenal s Kieran Tierney walks off the pitch with an injury during the Premier League match at The Emirates Stadium, London. Saturday April 3, 2021. Copyright: Catherine Ivill

Disappointing but expected Kieran Tierney injury update

Mikel Arteta confirmed what we all suspected - Kieran Tierney's season is likely over after the defender picked up a knee injury.
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)

Why Arsenal are rubbish under Mikel Arteta

Despite what he says, Mikel Arteta’s default style seems to be evolving as a cautious one, more afraid of losing than anything else and that’s what’s hurting Arsenal.
Arsenal's Spanish head coach Mikel Arteta (R) celebrates with Arsenal's Brazilian defender David Luiz during the English FA Cup final football match between Arsenal and Chelsea at Wembley Stadium in London, on August 1, 2020. - Arsenal won the match 2-1. (Photo by Catherine Ivill / POOL / AFP)

Contract extension for David Luiz won’t be impacted by surgery

David Luiz's knee problem will not impact Arsenal's decision on giving the Brazilian a new contract this summer.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta reacts at the final whistle during the English Premier League football match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Arsenal at the Molineux stadium in Wolverhampton, central England on February 2, 2021. (Photo by Nick Potts / POOL / AFP)

Arsenal make Mikel Arteta decision

David Ornstein reports that Arsenal still believe that with time and investment Mikel Arteta will prove the right man for the job in North London.
Mikel Arteta File Photo File photo dated 08-11-2020 of Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta.Copyright: Andy Rain

Episode 282: The Great Mikel Arteta debate

It was a miserable week for Arsenal Football Club, so join us as we rake over Mikel Arteta's reign at Arsenal with a fine-toothed comb
Burnley v Arsenal - Premier League - Turf Moor Arsenal s Martin Odegaard during the Premier League match at Turf Moor, Burnley. Picture date: Saturday March 6, 2021.Copyright: Jon Super

Martin Odegaard injury concern

Martin Odegaard is an injury doubt for the second leg of Arsenal's Europa League quarter-final against Slavia Prague, according to Mikel Arteta.
Atletico Madrid's Uruguayan midfielder Lucas Torreira (L) vies with Real Betis' Spanish midfielder Sergio Canales during the Spanish League football match between Atletico Madrid and Real Betis at the Wanda Metropolitan stadium in Madrid on October 24, 2020. (Photo by GABRIEL BOUYS/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal midfielder’s camp optimistic of summer transfer

Lucas Torreira's camp are optimistic about a summer move to Boca Juniors, but Mikel Arteta says it's not the time to make a decision as the player returns to Atletico Madrid.
Arsenal v Liverpool - Premier League - Emirates Stadium Arsenal s Kieran Tierney walks off the pitch with an injury during the Premier League match at The Emirates Stadium, London. Saturday April 3, 2021. Copyright: Catherine Ivill

Kieran Tierney might not play again this season after injury

Kieran Tierney is taking things day by day to try and play a part for Arsenal before the end of the season and the beginning of the Euros.
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Jens Lehmann questions different attitudes to Wenger and Arteta

Jens Lehmann seemed to struggle to hold his tongue when asked if he thought Mikel Arteta would be at the club next season.
Arsenal's Brazilian defender David Luiz waits for a red card decision during the English Premier League football match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Arsenal at the Molineux stadium in Wolverhampton, central England on February 2, 2021. (Photo by Shaun Botterill / POOL / AFP)

What is the point of Arsenal’s secrecy?

Mikel Arteta said they didn't know if David Luiz would have surgery only for Arsenal to announce 12 hours later that he had, what was the point?
LONDON, ENGLAND - JULY 19: Jose Mourinho, Manager of Tottenham Hotspur shakes hands with Demarai Gray of Leicester City after the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and Leicester City at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on July 19, 2020 in London, England. Football Stadiums around Europe remain empty due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in all fixtures being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Jose Mourinho downgrades his ambition using Arsene Wenger as an excuse

Jose Mourinho is learning at Tottenham that, without unlimited funds to buy his way to trophies, Arsene Wenger didn't do that badly at all.
Kieran Tierney with Scotland (Photo via Glasgow Times)

Injuries, contracts & records: 10 Arsenal stories you probably missed

The international break bored us all stupid and, as a result, there might have been some stories you missed. Here are 10 of them.

2 reasons why Mikel Arteta thinks Martin Odegaard is happy

Mikel Arteta thinks Martin Odegaard is happy with Arsenal, based on their conversations and his general impression in training.
Arsenal's French striker Alexandre Lacazette warms up ahead of the English Premier League football match between Aston Villa and Arsenal at Villa Park in Birmingham, central England on February 6, 2021. (Photo by Catherine Ivill / POOL / AFP)

Mikel Arteta gives update on Alexandre Lacazette contract situation

Mikel Arteta insists Alexandre Lacazette's situation will be addressed in the summer, even though he's happy with the striker right now.
Arsenal's Bukayo Saka during the Premier League match at Emirates Stadium, London. Picture date: Sunday March 14, 2021. Copyright: Dan Mullan

Emile Smith Rowe and Bukayo Saka injury updates

Emile Smith Rowe and Bukayo Saka are both injury doubts for Arsenal's match against Liverpool, according to the latest quotes from Mikel Arteta.
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Arsenal contact Manchester City man about free move

Arsenal have reportedly contacted Manchester City's Eric Garcia about moving to the Emirates on a free transfer this summer
Mikel Arteta vs Burnley (Photo by Laurence Griffiths / POOL / AFP)

Mikel Arteta has lost as many as Unai Emery but in fewer games

Arsenal's defeat against Olympiacos was Mikel Arteta's 20th defeat as Arsenal manager, the same number that earned Unai Emery the sack.
Arsenal deals: Arsenal's Norwegian midfielder Martin Odegaard (L) gets instructions from Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta (R) as he comes on as a substitute during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium in London on January 30, 2021. (Photo by Shaun Botterill / POOL / AFP)

Martin Odegaard praises ‘fantastic’ Mikel Arteta

Martin Odegaard has praised 'fantastic' Mikel Arteta's management and emphasised his desire for stability in whatever happens this summer.

“You never know”: Mikel Arteta on managing PSG

Mikel Arteta admits he could manage Paris Saint-Germain someday, but he's focusing solely on Arsenal for the time being.
Alexandre Lacazette of Arsenal scores a header from very close range to make it 3-3 West Ham United v Arsenal. The London Stadium, London, UK - 21 Mar 2021. Mandatory Credit: Photo by Simon Dael/BPI/Shutterstock

Alexandre Lacazette: We didn’t respect Mikel Arteta’s game plan

Alexandre Lacazette says Arsenal didn't respect Mikel Arteta's game plan in the first half, and he admits they have to improve.

“He feels at home”: Calum Chambers and Mikel Arteta praise Martin Odegaard

Calum Chambers and Mikel Arteta heaped more praise on Martin Odegaard after his performance in the three-goal comeback draw against West Ham United.