Premier League club Arsenal have officially announced that manager Mikel Arteta has signed a new contract extension that will supposedly keep him at the Emirates Stadium until 2030. The Spanish manager's previous deal was set to expire at the conclusion of the current campaign, prompting speculation about his long-term prospects.

Arteta reportedly stated that it is a profound privilege to commit his future to the club and continue collaborating with individuals who allegedly want the best for the organization. He claimed that the club possesses a unique character and that their journey together is supposedly only at the beginning despite several years in charge.

Having taken over the managerial reins in December 2019, Arteta oversaw Arsenal's domestic resurgence, capturing their first league title in over two decades last term. However, critics note that the team also faltered on the continental stage, losing the Champions League final to Paris Saint-Germain in a penalty shootout.

The current campaign has already shown signs of friction, with Arsenal sitting second in the Premier League table, three points adrift of the leaders following a surprising 3-0 defeat to Brighton just before the international break. The London club will look to rebound when they host Leeds on Saturday.

Source: www.aljazeera.com