Arsenal are in the final stages of negotiations with Mikel Arteta over a new contract, with journalist Fabrizio Romano reporting that an agreement is now close.
Romano said the talks have become a priority for the north London club after Arteta’s work since taking charge in 2019. Discussions began with the manager’s representatives in March and April before progressing to negotiations with his lawyers.
Arteta’s Arsenal contract talks reach final stages
“Arsenal keep advancing in conversations in negotiations for Mikel Arteta new contract. It’s a top priority for Arsenal,” Romano said on his YouTube channel.
He added: “The discussions are taking place, are going very well, I told you already March and April the contacts started with his camp, and now with his lawyers the conversation is reaching the final stages.”
Romano also said he expected Arteta to remain at the Emirates Stadium, telling viewers: “So Mikel Arteta very very close to signing a new contract at Arsenal. Fantastic atmosphere at the club. They are winning every single game but in general around the project fantastic atmosphere.
“So I expect Mikel Arteta definitely to sign a new contract at Arsenal.”
Arteta has overseen a major transformation at Arsenal since replacing the team he inherited, building what the source describes as a world-class squad. Last season, he led the club to the Premier League title and the Champions League final.
Arsenal have also started their title defence with four victories from four matches, conceding just once, while beginning their new Champions League campaign with a 1-0 away win against Napoli.
The club have recently secured new deals for key players including William Saliba and Bukayo Saka. An agreement with Arteta would further strengthen Arsenal’s effort to maintain the progress made under his management.
