Brief
Arsenal extend Mikel Arteta’s contract until 2030
The club said the new deal runs to 2030 after Artura’s previous contract was due to expire at the end of the season.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Arsenal confirmed on Wednesday that manager Mikel Arteta has signed a new contract that will keep him at the Emirates Stadium until 2030, the club announced.
What happened
The agreement was announced after Arsenal secured their first Premier League title in 22 years last season. Arteta’s previous contract was set to expire at the end of the current season, but the club said the new deal extends his tenure for another four years.
What the reports add
Al Jazeera reported that the contract was announced on Wednesday and highlighted Arteta’s statement about his privilege to continue at the club. The Independent added that the deal is an "improved" contract and noted that Arteta becomes the Premier League’s longest‑serving manager, with the new deal taking his total time at Arsenal to 11 seasons if he remains until 2030.
What was said
Arteta told Al Jazeera, "It’s a privilege to commit my future to the club and to continue to work with exceptional people who want the best for Arsenal," and added, "This club is unique, its character and the way it makes you feel, and I have a great sense of privilege that our journey together will continue." The Independent quoted the same remarks and added that Arteta expressed gratitude to "Stan and Josh" for their trust and support.
How it came about
Arteta’s contract extension follows a season in which he led Arsenal to their first league crown in more than two decades, a milestone covered by Felo News in its September 14 article on the penalty controversy that put Arteta under intense scrutiny. The club’s success has also been previewed in recent Felo pieces, including a September 19 preview of the Arsenal‑Brighton match and speculation about future transfer targets such as Erling Haaland.
Key facts
- Mikel Arteta signed a new contract with Arsenal until 2030. (aljazeera.com)
- The previous contract was due to expire at the end of the current season. (aljazeera.com)
- Arteta is now the Premier League’s longest‑serving manager. (independent.co.uk)
- Arteta said it is a privilege to continue at Arsenal. (independent.co.uk)
Timeline
- 2026-09-14 — Penalty controversy involving Arsenal and criticism of Arteta.
- 2026-09-19 — Arsenal vs Brighton Premier League preview.
- 2026-09-29 — Speculation about Arsenal pursuing Erling Haaland.
- 2026-10-07 — Arteta signs new contract until 2030.
Sources
- [1] aljazeera.com
- [2] independent.co.uk
