Arsenal make huge Mikel Arteta contract decision while waiting on Premier League and Champions League title outcomes

Rewarding transformative managerial success

According to transfer expert

Title race and contract talks

While the manager is entirely focused on the current campaign, Romano noted that the plan was "already decided in March regardless of end of the season results." He added that Arteta "wants to focus on titles now but in love with Arsenal project and looking forward to talks," confirming a "Deal on soon." Domestically,

🚨 Understand Arsenal are planning to offer Mikel Arteta a new contract in the summer.

Plan already decided in March regardless of end of the season results.

Arteta wants to focus on titles now but in love with Arsenal project and looking forward to talks.

Deal on soon. ❤️🤍 pic.twitter.com/27umSpShJL— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 6, 2026

Chasing historic European glory

Alongside their impressive domestic charge, the club are chasing historic European glory. Arsenal recently overcame Spanish giants Atletico Madrid in a tense Champions League semi-final tie. After securing a hard-fought 1-1 draw in the away leg, the Gunners claimed a crucial

What the future holds for Arteta?

With a new contract imminent, Arteta is poised to build a lasting dynasty. Regardless of what happens in the remaining league fixtures or the European final, the club’s hierarchy have clearly identified him as the perfect leader to ensure Arsenal remain a dominant force in world football for years.