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Arteta signs new Arsenal deal as champions
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has agreed a contract extension to stay at the Premier League champions.
In brief
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has agreed a contract extension to stay at the Premier League champions. Arteta has committed his future to Arsenal after transforming the club into title contenders, with the deal expected to be signed during the international break. Originally reported by Sky Sports.
Arteta extends Arsenal stay
The 44-year-old manager has agreed a new contract to remain at the Premier League champions. His previous deal, signed in September 2024, was set to expire next summer.
“I think we are all very much aligned; whenever the time is right, we'll get that done.”
Deal expected this international break
The agreement has been in place for a couple of weeks, with formalities and signing expected during the upcoming international break, likely within two weeks.
“It's now a case of sorting the formalities, sitting down and signing the contract.”
Arteta transformed Arsenal's fortunes
Since his 2019 appointment, Arteta has guided Arsenal to their first Premier League title in 22 years last season, following three consecutive second-place finishes. He also led them to a Champions League final.
Trophy haul under Arteta
Beyond the Premier League title, Arteta has won an FA Cup and three Community Shields. He also reached a Champions League final, though Arsenal lost on penalties to Paris Saint-Germain.
Fans see him as potential GOAT
Arsenal supporters believe Arteta could become the club's greatest ever manager if he continues winning titles and secures Champions League success, comparing his impact to Arsene Wenger's legacy.
“He can become Arsenal's GOAT”
In short
Arteta has committed his future to Arsenal after transforming the club into title contenders, with the deal expected to be signed during the international break.
