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.

MECCA, SAUDI ARABIA - DECEMBER 23: Karim Benzema of Al Ittihad looks on prior the Saudi Pro League match between Al-Ittihad and Al-Raed at King Abdul Aziz Stadium on December 23, 2023 in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Yasser Bakhsh/Getty Images)

Arsenal eye Karim Benzema loan

Arsenal target Karim Benzema for a loan deal to enhance their attack, as the experienced striker emerges as a key focus in the transfer market.
GETAFE, SPAIN - AUGUST 28: Borja Mayoral of Getafe CF reacts after missing a goal scoring opportunity during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Getafe CF and Deportivo Alaves at Coliseum Alfonso Perez on August 28, 2023 in Getafe, Spain. (Photo by Denis Doyle/Getty Images)

Striker responds to reports of £22m Arsenal bid

Arsenal's interest in Getafe striker Borja Mayoral clarified as the player expresses focus on his current club amidst the Gunners' search for a new striker.
Ajax's Jorrel Hato (C) celebrates with team mates after scoring a goal during the Dutch Eredivisie football match between Ajax Amsterdam and Vitesse Arhem at the Johan-Cruijff ArenA on November 25, 2023 in Amsterdam. (Photo by OLAF KRAAK/ANP/AFP via Getty Images)

Brexit blocks Arsenal move for Ajax 17yo

Arsenal's bid to sign Ajax defender Jorrel Hato is hindered by post-Brexit rules, as the club navigates the challenges of recruiting young EU talent.
Newcastle United's Swedish striker #14 Alexander Isak reacts after they concede their third goal during the English Premier League football match between Newcastle United and Manchester City at St James' Park in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, north east England on January 13, 2024. Man City won the game 3-2. (Photo by OLI SCARFF/AFP via Getty Images)

Howe reaffirms Isak’s key role at Newcastle amidst Arsenal rumours

Eddie Howe dismisses rumours of Alexander Isak leaving Newcastle amid Arsenal's reported interest, highlighting the striker's importance to the team.

Timber returns to light training: When will he be back?

Jurrien Timber has taken another step forward in his recovery from an ACL injury, starting to work with the ball again in Dubai.
STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN - MARCH 24: Amadou Onana of Belgium looks on prior to the UEFA EURO 2024 qualifying round group F match between Sweden and Belgium at Friends Arena on March 24, 2023 in Stockholm, Sweden. (Photo by Linnea Rheborg/Getty Images)

Arsenal talks for Everton star face problems

Arsenal faces hurdles in their bid for Everton's Amadou Onana, amidst financial challenges and transfer complexities.

Arsenal ‘hovering’ for €7.5m 30-year-old

Arsenal shows keen interest in AS Roma's Leonardo Spinazzola, a left-sided player valued at €7.5 million, as they aim to strengthen their defence.
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - AUGUST 12: Alexander Isak of Newcastle United reacts during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Aston Villa at St. James Park on August 12, 2023 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

Arsenal want unlikely Newcastle striker move

Arsenal sets its sights on an unexpected transfer target, Newcastle United's Alexander Isak
MALLORCA, SPAIN - APRIL 23: Borja Mayoral of Getafe CF celebrates scoring his team´s first goal during the LaLiga Santander match between RCD Mallorca and Getafe CF at Visit Mallorca Estadi on April 23, 2023 in Mallorca, Spain. (Photo by Rafa Babot/Getty Images)

Report claims £22m Arsenal offer for 14-goal striker

Arsenal bids £22 million for Getafe striker Borja Mayoral, as they look to strengthen their attack amidst Premier League competition.
BRENTFORD, ENGLAND: Emile Smith Rowe of Arsenal warms up prior to the Carabao Cup Third Round match between Brentford and Arsenal at Gtech Community Stadium on September 27, 2023. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Arsenal fan favourite ‘feeling good’ after injury problems

Emile Smith Rowe expresses optimism about his return to Arsenal after injury, highlighting his progress and the team's competitive environment.
LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 31: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal, reacts during the Premier League match between Fulham FC and Arsenal FC at Craven Cottage on December 31, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta invites families to Arsenal’s Dubai training camp

Arsenal's manager Mikel Arteta invites players' families to Dubai training camp to boost morale and team unity, following a challenging period for the squad.
SALERNO, ITALY - DECEMBER 22: Fikayo Tomori of AC Milan celebrates after scoring his side first goal during the Serie A TIM match between US Salernitana and AC Milan at Stadio Arechi on December 22, 2023 in Salerno, Italy. (Photo by Francesco Pecoraro/Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta asks for AC Milan Englishman

Arsenal target AC Milan's Fikayo Tomori for their defence, aiming to strengthen their squad with the England international's skills.
(FILES) File picture dated August 1, 2008 shows an Emirates Airline flight from Dubai landing at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York. Dubai-based airline Emirates announced on September 8, 2008 that it is suspending flights using its lone Airbus A380 superjumbo until later this week while repairs are carried out. AFP PHOTO/Stan HONDA (Photo credit should read STAN HONDA/AFP/Getty Images)

Arsenal finalise plans for Dubai trip

Arsenal will head off to Dubai on Tuesday, with their plans for the winter break now finalised following elimination from the FA Cup.
Fulham's Portuguese head coach Marco Silva (L) and Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta (R) look on during the English Premier League football match between Fulham and Arsenal at Craven Cottage in London on December 31, 2023. (Photo by ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Arteta makes statement on Arsenal’s January pursuit of a striker

Mikel Arteta isn't optimistic about Arsenal's chances of signing a striker in the January transfer window, as the team's goal troubles continue.
BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND: Gabriel Jesus of Arsenal reacts during the Premier League match between Aston Villa and Arsenal FC at Villa Park on December 09, 2023. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Gabriel Jesus injury latest after FA Cup absence

Gabriel Jesus missed Arsenal's match against Liverpool at the weekend through injury, with Mikel Arteta providing an update after the game.
LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 07: Declan Rice of Arsenal looks dejected after the team's defeat in the Emirates FA Cup Third Round match between Arsenal and Liverpool at Emirates Stadium on January 07, 2024 in London, England. Arsenal wear an all-white kit at home, for the first time in the club's history, in support of the 'No More Red' campaign against knife crime and youth violence. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Liverpool steal win as Arsenal’s goal woes continue in FA Cup

Arsenal's FA Cup journey ends in a 2-0 defeat to Liverpool, highlighting the need for better finishing in the team.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta gestures on the touchline during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur at the Emirates Stadium in London on September 24, 2023. (Photo by HENRY NICHOLLS/AFP via Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta issues rallying cry to Arsenal fans

Mikel Arteta has called on Arsenal fans to create an intimidating atmosphere for teams visiting the Emirates Stadium in 2024.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 06: Ben White of Arsenal controls the ball whilst under pressure from Jack Grealish of Manchester City 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)

Arsenal 26yo is playing through an injury

Arsenal right-back Ben White is still playing through a long-term fitness issue, according to a report.
Arsenal's Japanese defender #18 Takehiro Tomiyasu reacts prior to the English League Cup third round football match between Brentford and Arsenal at the Brentford Community Stadium in London on September 27, 2023. (Photo by JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Speculation over Tomiyasu’s loan move from Arsenal deemed impractical

Despite rumours, Takehiro Tomiyasu's loan move from Arsenal is unlikely due to the club's reliance on his defensive prowess in a demanding Premier League season.
FARO, PORTUGAL - JULY 19: Ousmane Diomande of Sporting CP before the start of the Pre-Season Friendly match between Sporting CP and KRC Genk at Estadio Algarve on July 19, 2023 in Faro, Portugal. (Photo by Gualter Fatia/Getty Images)

Arsenal hold meeting with Diomande’s family in pursuit of Sporting star

Arsenal step up their pursuit of Sporting's Ousmane Diomande, holding a family meeting and scouting him at AFCON, amidst interest from Newcastle United.
BRENTFORD, ENGLAND: Ivan Toney of Brentford reacts during the Premier League match between Brentford FC and Nottingham Forest at Brentford Community Stadium on April 29, 2023. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)

Toney, Hato, Earps: Arsenal newspaper roundup

Discover the latest on Arsenal's transfer interests and player updates, including Ivan Toney, Jorrel Hato, and Mary Earps, in our comprehensive Arsenal newspaper roundup.
NOTTINGHAM, ENGLAND - JANUARY 09: A detailed view of the Kieran Tierney of Arsenal wearing the Arsenal all-white kit in support of the 'No More Red' outreach and anti-knife crime initiative with adidas during the Emirates FA Cup Third Round match between Nottingham Forest and Arsenal at City Ground on January 09, 2022 in Nottingham, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Kieran Tierney responds to early Arsenal return rumours

Kieran Tierney confirms he will remain at Real Sociedad on loan, dispelling rumours of an early return to Arsenal amid the team's defensive challenges.
Liverpool's German manager Jurgen Klopp (L) embraces Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta after the English Premier League football match between Liverpool and Arsenal at Anfield in Liverpool, north west England on April 9, 2023. - The match ended 2-2. (Photo by PAUL ELLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Liverpool will not rotate against Arsenal in FA Cup says Klopp

Jurgen Klopp discusses Liverpool's strategy against Arsenal in the upcoming FA Cup match, highlighting no squad rotation and key player absences.
Ajax's Jorrel Hato (C) celebrates with team mates after scoring a goal during the Dutch Eredivisie football match between Ajax Amsterdam and Vitesse Arhem at the Johan-Cruijff ArenA on November 25, 2023 in Amsterdam. (Photo by OLAF KRAAK/ANP/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal planning summer swoop for Ajax youngster

Arsenal are eyeing a summer move for Ajax's talented young defender Jorrel Hato
Arsenal's English midfielder #07 Bukayo Saka (L) and Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta gesture during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Brighton and Hove Albion at the Emirates Stadium in London on December 17, 2023. (Photo by JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal complain to PGMOL over Saka treatment

Arsenal raise concerns over the treatment of Bukayo Saka in Premier League, highlighting refereeing and player protection issues.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 29: Joao Palhinha of Fulham celebrates after scoring their team's fourth penalty in the penalty shoot out during the Carabao Cup Second Round match between Fulham and Tottenham Hotspur at Craven Cottage on August 29, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Andrew Redington/Getty Images)

Arsenal want Fulham 28yo

Arsenal are interested in Fulham midfielder Joao Palhinha, with Mikel Arteta reportedly impressed by the 28-year-old's Premier League performances. Arsenal's interest in Fulham midfielder Joao...
Real Sociedad's Scottish defender #17 Kieran Tierney fights for the ball with Athletic Bilbao's Spanish midfielder #21 Ander Herrera during the Spanish Liga football match between Real Sociedad and Athletic Club Bilbao at the Anoeta stadium in San Sebastian on September 30, 2023. (Photo by CESAR MANSO/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal Tierney recall doubts

Arsenal are reportedly considering recalling Kieran Tierney from Real Sociedad due to injury problems, but the source of this information, The Express, faces scepticism over its reliability
Nicolas Pepe with the Trabzonspor fans after his arrival at the airport (Photo via Trabzonspor on Twitter)

Arsenal flop wanted by AC Milan

Interest from AC Milan in Nicolas Pepe, currently at Trabzonspor, marks a potential shift in the career of the former Arsenal record signing.
LENS, FRANCE - OCTOBER 03: Arsenal Manager Mikel Arteta reacts during the UEFA Champions League match between RC Lens and Arsenal FC at Stade Bollaert-Delelis on October 03, 2023 in Lens, France. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

Arsenal set priority position for January signing

Arsenal are set to prioritise signing a defender in the January transfer window, particularly on a loan basis, according to a report.
Arsenal's English midfielder #07 Bukayo Saka reacts during the English Premier League football match between Luton Town and Arsenal at Kenilworth Road in Luton, north of London on December 5, 2023. (Photo by JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal squad value grows by €350m, no other club close

In a year marked by high-octane football across Europe, Arsenal have stood out, not just for their on-field prowess but also for their remarkable growth in market value.
Fulham's Portuguese head coach Marco Silva (L) and Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta (R) look on during the English Premier League football match between Fulham and Arsenal at Craven Cottage in London on December 31, 2023. (Photo by ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal’s slide continues with Fulham defeat

Arsenal's terrible performance against Fulham leads to a 2-1 defeat, ending 2023 with a series of disappointing results and raising questions about their strategy.
LUTON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 05: Oleksandr Zinchenko of Arsenal celebrates after Declan Rice of Arsenal (not pictured) scores the team's fourth goal during the Premier League match between Luton Town and Arsenal FC at Kenilworth Road on December 05, 2023 in Luton, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Injury strikes and Arsenal reshuffle lineup against Fulham

Arsenal have made a few changes to their starting lineup for the game against Fulham on New Year's Eve with Oleksandr Zinchenko missing out on the squad altogether.
BOLOGNA, ITALY - APRIL 30: Dusan Vlahovic of Juventus looks on during the Serie A match between Bologna FC and Juventus at Stadio Renato Dall'Ara on April 30, 2023 in Bologna, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)

Arsenal eye Juventus and Barcelona duo

Arsenal shows interest in Juventus' Dušan Vlahović and Barcelona's Sergi Roberto, with Mikel Arteta seeking reinforcements.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta reacts at the end of the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and West Ham at the Emirates Stadium in London on December 28, 2023. West Ham wins against Arsenal 2 - 0. (Photo by HENRY NICHOLLS/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal’s title aspirations hinge on 1 improvement, says Arteta

Mikel Arteta highlights the need for Arsenal to improve their goal-scoring efficiency to maintain their Premier League title challenge.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta reacts at the end of the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and West Ham at the Emirates Stadium in London on December 28, 2023. West Ham wins against Arsenal 2 - 0. (Photo by HENRY NICHOLLS/AFP via Getty Images)

Mikel Arteta on Arsenal’s focus and strategy ahead of Fulham clash

Mikel Arteta addresses Arsenal's performance and strategy ahead of their upcoming match against Fulham, focusing on improvement and dealing with pressure.
Tottenham Hotspur's Greek-Australian Head Coach Ange Postecoglou looks on during the English Premier League football match between Tottenham Hotspur and Sheffield United at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, on September 16, 2023. (Photo by JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Postecoglou goes on VAR rant despite previous calls to respect officials

Ange Postecoglou went on a rant about VAR decisions on Thursday night, after previous praise from the media for not doing so.

Why wasn’t West Ham’s goal against Arsenal ruled out?

At first glance, West Ham United's opening goal against Arsenal on Thursday night appeared to be out of play, so why wasn't it ruled out?
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 04: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal, looks on during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Arsenal FC at St. James Park on November 04, 2023 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Arsenal targeting 2 positions for January signings

Arsenal are targeting a defensive midfielder and a centre-back in the January transfer window, according to a report from France.
BRENTFORD, ENGLAND: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal, applauds fans following the Carabao Cup Third Round match between Brentford and Arsenal at Gtech Community Stadium on September 27, 2023. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Arteta confirms Arsenal have January transfer targets

Mikel Arteta has confirmed that Arsenal have some targets for the January transfer window, and they're open to doing some business in the winter window.
Arsenal's German midfielder #29 Kai Havertz celebrates scoring the team's second goal during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Brighton and Hove Albion at the Emirates Stadium in London on December 17, 2023. (Photo by JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal set to be without 5 players for West Ham clash

Mikel Arteta has given a team news update ahead of Arsenal's match against West Ham United on Thursday night.