LONDON — As Arsenal stand on the brink of a historic double, manager Mikel Arteta is set to be rewarded with a major new contract that could be finalised at any moment once the campaign concludes, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.
The Gunners face Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final with the opportunity to claim European football’s greatest prize for the first time in the club’s history. Domestically, they remain firmly on course to end their long wait for a Premier League title — their first since the legendary Invincibles campaign of 2003/04.
While the defence has formed the bedrock of Arsenal’s success and their prowess from set pieces has proven decisive throughout the season, much of the credit for the team’s transformation falls to manager Mikel Arteta. His clear tactical vision has shaped the side’s approach, complemented by astute recruitment work from sporting director Andrea Berta and his predecessor Edu.
New deal on the horizon
Speaking on his YouTube channel, Fabrizio Romano provided the latest update on Arteta’s future, confirming that positive discussions are already underway.
“Mikel Arteta remains in conversations with Arsenal over a new contract, but nothing will be done or completed now,” Romano explained. “It’s a topic for after the end of the season. Now the full focus is on the Premier League title and Champions League.
“After that, any moment could be good for Arsenal and Arteta to continue their conversations and try to close the agreement over a new deal.”
The timing makes perfect sense. With the season reaching its dramatic climax, Arsenal’s hierarchy want Arteta fully concentrated on delivering silverware. Once the final whistle blows on the campaign, however, attention will swiftly turn to securing the Spaniard’s long-term future.
Arteta is currently contracted to the club until the end of the 2026/27 season and is the second-highest paid manager in the Premier League, earning approximately £15 million per year. Only Manchester City’s Pep Guardiola earns more.
Guardiola uncertainty adds context
Interestingly, there are growing indications that Guardiola himself could depart the Etihad Stadium this summer. Should the City legend walk away, reports suggest Chelsea’s Enzo Maresca is the leading candidate to succeed him.
For Arsenal, the potential departure of their fiercest rival’s manager only underlines the importance of locking down Arteta. The 43-year-old has become the undisputed architect of the club’s resurgence, turning a talented squad into genuine contenders on both domestic and European fronts.
With Andrea Berta now at the helm of football operations, the club is moving decisively to reward its most important figure. A new and improved deal would not only reflect Arteta’s elevated status but also send a powerful message of stability and ambition as Arsenal look to dominate for years to come.
For now, though, all focus remains on the pitch. Two trophies are tantalisingly within reach. Should Arsenal deliver, the summer celebrations could be made even sweeter by the swift announcement of Mikel Arteta’s new long-term contract.
The coming weeks promise to be among the most memorable in the club’s modern history.