Arteta not worried about Arsenal contract talks

What the report says

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has played down concerns about his contract situation, saying supporters do not need to worry about his future and that he wants to stay at the club. According to BBC Sport Football, Arteta is entering the final 12 months of the deal he signed in 2024, but regards the timing of renewal talks as not a problem.

Arteta made the comments ahead of Arsenal’s Community Shield meeting with Manchester City on Sunday. He said he is happy at the club, feels supported by the people he works with and expects any extension to be settled when the opportunity arises. The BBC report says Arsenal are treating the issue calmly and believe it can be addressed at a quieter point in the season.

The remarks come as Arsenal look to build on a strong 2024-25 campaign, when they won the Premier League and reached the Champions League final before losing to Paris St-Germain. The club are also active in the transfer market, with several arrivals and departures already reported and further defensive reinforcements still being considered. Arteta said the priority remains improving and evolving the squad, as Arsenal aim to move to the next level after last season’s success.