The Arsenal board intends to extend Mikel Arteta's contract, but could potential Premier League and Champions League victories impact the Spaniard's plans? Hegemony in the domestic league has been restored in North London, and now it is time for historic European triumphs. Club legend Ray Parlour shared his thoughts on the future of the manager, who has been in charge for six years, in an interview with GOAL. This is reported by Goal.com .
After Arsene Wenger's departure, when Unai Emery could not withstand the pressure, Arteta, who worked with Pep Guardiola at Manchester City, returned to Emirates Stadium in December 2019. Despite having no experience as a head coach at the time, he quickly adapted to the team and won the FA Cup in 2020, followed by the Community Shield. Over the next five years, Arsenal was rebuilt and returned to a genuine title race.
Long-awaited success arrived in the 2025-26 season, with the team winning its first Premier League title since the 2003-04 season. The 'Gunners' also reached the Champions League final and will face Paris Saint-Germain on Saturday. If Arsenal lifts this prestigious trophy for the first time, could Arteta, whose current contract runs until 2027, leave in search of new challenges?
Ray Parlour dismissed these speculations: "I don't believe it. He brought the club out of a difficult situation, and the board trusted him until the end. In my conversations with Edu, I have seen the club's support for him. I think achieving success after overcoming all difficulties is the most valuable thing for everyone, and he will continue his project."
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