Arsenal extend Mikel Arteta’s contract through to 2030

Arsenal have extended manager Mikel Arteta’s contract on a long-term deal that will keep him at the club until 2030.

The Spanish coach led Arsenal to the Premier League title last season, their first since 2004, and also guided them to the Champions League final, where they lost to Paris Saint-Germain on penalties.

“ We are delighted to announce that Mikel Arteta has signed a new long-term contract with Arsenal,” the club said in a statement on Wednesday.

The club added that the agreement reflected “our shared belief that the progress we have made and the success of last season represent the beginning of a special period in our history”.

Arteta became the seventh Arsenal manager to win a league title, as the club secured their 14th championship. It was their fourth Premier League title and their first in 22 years.

“Together, we remain focused on building on this success, competing for major honours in a sustainable way and continuing to strengthen the deep connection between the club and our supporters,” Arsenal said.

Stan and Josh Kroenke, the club’s co-chairmen, said: “It has been an incredible journey so far and we are excited about what the future holds in this special relationship.

“Last season was a historic moment in Arsenal’s history, a moment when we created memories that will last a lifetime. We are determined to create many more in the years ahead.

“We have a special bond with Mikel. We are immensely proud of everything we have achieved since he returned to the club in 2019.”

Arteta said he was “hugely honoured” to commit his future to Arsenal and continue working with people who wanted the best for the club.

“This club is unique, with its distinctive character and the feeling it gives you, and I am incredibly proud that our journey together will continue,” he said.

“We have already built a special bond and created memories that will last a lifetime. What is truly exciting is that this is only the beginning of what we can achieve together.

“I am extremely grateful to Stan and Josh for their trust and support, and it is an honour to lead this club through this special period in its 140-year history.”

Arteta added: “This is a hugely proud moment for me and my family. I feel the love and respect of our wonderful supporters, and they show me the same love and respect in return.”

Appointed Arsenal’s head coach in December 2019, Arteta has overseen 361 matches in all competitions. His win rate of 62.05% is the best recorded by any full-time manager in the history of the London club.