Mikel Arteta is set to be rewarded for delivering Arsenal‘s long-awaited title triumph with a new contract – and another substantial transfer war chest. Arsenal are eager to secure their championship-winning manager on a two-year extension, with Arteta’s current deal due to expire in 2027.
The Spaniard has delivered an extraordinary transformation over six-and-a-half years at the Emirates, with his finest achievement being guiding the club to their first Premier League title in 22 years. Arteta has firmly established himself among Europe’s elite managers and is in a position to largely dictate his own terms, though his new deal is certain to represent a considerable improvement on his current £5m-a-year salary, along with substantial Champions League bonuses.
Arsenal are also plotting another ambitious summer transfer window, despite the likelihood of some departures alongside fresh arrivals.
Gunners sporting director Andrea Berta is intent on bolstering Arsenal’s attacking options, with Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez firmly in his sights.
Alvarez is an attractive proposition given his proven pedigree at the highest level, his eye for goal, and his versatility across multiple positions – a factor central to Arsenal’s recruitment strategy.
The club are also seeking reinforcements on the left wing and in central midfield, with West Ham’s Mateus Fernandes among several targets being monitored, while Newcastle‘s Sandro Tonali is another name under consideration.
Porto’s Victor Froholdt has also been attracting their attention, and Arsenal would ideally welcome a new centre-half to add further depth to their squad.
Arsenal will undoubtedly need to offload players this summer, and any transfer window will fall short of last year’s spending spree when they invested £250m on the likes of Viktor Gyokeres and Noni Madueke.
Gabriel Jesus has 12 months remaining on his deal and could depart due to limited playing opportunities, while there may be high-profile exits to help restore financial balance.
Borussia Dortmund attempted to sign Ethan Nwaneri last summer and maintain their interest, with Arsenal potentially forced to part with an academy product as that generates pure profit.
Gabriel Martinelli is another attracting considerable attention given he is no longer an automatic starter.