Mikel Arteta, it is said, has no intention of leaving Arsenal for Barcelona this summer. This comes in the midst of speculations that he will replace Xavi.
Recall that a shocking story in Spain claimed he may leave at the conclusion of the season, according to MailOnline.
According to Sport, a Catalan daily, Arteta has informed people close to him that he is considering leaving his position early.
According to sources close to Arsenal, the Catalan newspaper reports are completely false. They said Arteta was committed to managing the Gunners.
Barcelona are looking for a new manager this summer to replace Xavi. And they have close links to Sport, who claim that Joan Laporta is a big fan of Arteta.
Arteta is tied down to a contract running until 2025. And with the Gunners challenging for the Premier League title and Champions League as the season nears its climax.
Arteta took charge at Arsenal in 2019 after leaving his role as Pep Guardiola’s trusted No. 2 at Manchester City. He has gone on to win three trophies during his spell in north London. He got the FA Cup and the Community Shield twice.
The Spaniard also guided Arsenal to a sensational Premier League title charge last season. It ensured they returned to the Champions League.
Arteta progressed through the famed La Masia academy at Barcelona. But he struggled for opportunities and then joined Rangers in a deal worth £6 million in 2002.
Xavi announced he would leave Barcelona shortly after their 5-3 defeat by Villarreal.
