Mikel Arteta, the current manager of Arsenal, has put an end to rumors claiming that he will be leaving the club at the end of the season to join Barcelona as their head coach, following Xavi’s announcement to step down from the role.
According to reports in Spain, the Spaniard had expressed his willingness to leave the Emirates Stadium this summer, which fueled speculations about his potential appointment as the new Barcelona boss.
However, Arteta has denied all such reports, saying that they are “totally fake news” and that he is “very upset” about them.
Speaking at a press conference ahead of Arsenal’s game against Nottingham Forest, Arteta reiterated his commitment to the club and insisted that he is in the “right place.”
He said that he is “embracing a journey with this club” and that he has a “strong relationship” with the board and the team.
He also mentioned that he is contracted to Arsenal until 2025, but no discussions have taken place regarding a new deal.
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Arteta expressed his disappointment over the rumors and said that they are “totally untrue.”
He added that he was surprised to hear such reports and that they have “no sources.”
He also urged caution when reporting such news and said that he is cautious when he talks publicly about his personal things.
However, Arteta did not rule out the possibility of contract discussions in the future.
He said that “things come in a natural way” and that when the time is right, they will have those discussions and find the best way to deal with it.
He also said that he is happy where he is now and that he has always been straight and said the opposite of what the rumors claim.
In conclusion, it seems that Arteta is committed to Arsenal for the foreseeable future, and fans of the club can breathe a sigh of relief.
