Mikel Arteta

Born: March 26, 1982

Height: 5' 10.5" (179cm)

Hometown: San Sebastian, Spain
Nationality: Spain Spanish

Position: Attacking midfielder
Mikel Arteta
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Career History
Youth1997-1999Barcelona
Senior1999-2002Barcelona B
→ 2001-2002Paris Saint-Germain (loan)
2002-2004Rangers
2004-2005Real Sociedad
→ 2005Everton (loan)
2005-2011Everton
2011-2016Arsenal
Managerial2016-2019Manchester City (assistant)
2019-Arsenal
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Arsenal's Kai Havertz, Gabriel Magalhaes and Jurrien Timber pictured on January 15, 2025
Arsenal injury news: Mikel Arteta's £60m star 'departs' Gunners training camp in scare
Key Arsenal star leaves the club's pre-season camp for a medical update in London just weeks before the new Premier League season.
18:04
 Arsenal transfer news today: July 29
Arsenal transfer news today: Done deals, live updates and rumours - July 29
Sports Mole brings you the latest Arsenal transfer news on July 29, including done deals, live updates and rumours.
05:35
 Vinicius Junior of Brazil, on July 5, 2026
Arsenal transfer news: Major Vinicius Junior update as 'confident' Real Madrid in way of Mikel Arteta’s Premier League plans
Arsenal are credited with interest in Vinicius Junior, but the latest report claims to reveal how Real Madrid's confidence could derail Mikel Arteta's plans.
19:21
 Bruno Guimaraes of Newcastle United during his side's match against Leeds United, on January 7, 2026
Bruno Guimaraes to Arsenal: Gunners 'make progress' in negotiations with Newcastle United as 'massive update' drops
Arsenal edge closer to a blockbuster agreement for Bruno Guimaraes, but Newcastle United still hold one crucial card in this high-stakes transfer saga.
Jul 28, 14:15
 Arsenal transfer news today: July 28
Arsenal transfer news today: Done deals, live updates and rumours - July 28
Sports Mole brings you the latest Arsenal transfer news on July 28, including done deals, live updates and rumours.
Jul 28, 08:38
 Mikel Arteta
Three Vinicius Junior alternatives Arsenal could target amid new contract talks, including £145m-rated star
Sports Mole look at three Vinicius Junior alternatives Arsenal could sign in the 2026 summer transfer window, including £145m-rated star.
Jul 27, 15:48
 Vinicius Junior/Arsenal composite
Vinicius Junior to Arsenal: Would he work? Tactical fit, pressing demands and Mikel Arteta's system analysed
Sports Mole takes a closer look at whether Vinicius Junior would fit Arsenal's system, examining the tactical questions, the case for the move, and whether a deal is financially achievable.
Jul 26, 23:18
 Vinicius Junior of Real Madrid, on March 23, 2026
Arsenal transfer news: Vinicius Junior plan revealed as Mikel Arteta ready to make 'history' to sign Real Madrid winger
Arsenal are in the race to sign Vinicius Junior, and a new report claims to outline how the Londoners plan to complete a deal for the Real Madrid winger.
Jul 26, 23:17
 Julian Alvarez
Arsenal transfer news: Gunners 'prepared' to spend over £125m to sign top attacking target
Arsenal are reportedly prepared to break the current British transfer record to sign Atletico Madrid attacker Julian Alvarez.
Jul 26, 09:20
 Viktor Gyokeres of Arsenal, on May 30, 2026
Arsenal transfer news: Viktor Gyokeres and a 'significant' sum could be enough to beat Barcelona to £102m striker
Arsenal could reportedly offer Viktor Gyokeres alongside a significant cash sum to beat Barcelona to a key attacking target this summer transfer window.
Jul 24, 23:58
 Mikel Arteta
Arsenal transfer news: Midfielder could be set for exit as Euro club 'continue talks'
Arsenal midfielder Fabio Vieira is reportedly edging towards joining Hamburg on a permanent deal in the summer window.
Jul 24, 19:35
 Mikel Arteta
Arsenal transfer news: Gunners face 'significant' valuation gap over top defensive target
Arsenal reportedly face what is described as a 'significant' gap with regards to the valuation of a top summer target.
Jul 23, 15:19
 Christos Tzolis/Arsenal composite
Christos Tzolis emulates Alexis Sanchez as Arsenal confirm new signing, shirt number
Christos Tzolis immediately follows in Alexis Sanchez's footsteps as Arsenal confirm the attacker's signing from Club Brugge.
Jul 23, 13:12
 William Saliba for France, on July 18, 2026
William Saliba injury news: New Arsenal statement after "specialist" back review hints at how many games defender will miss
Arsenal's latest statement about William Saliba's injury hints at the length of time the defender will miss, with the Premier League set to start again next month.
Jul 22, 23:58
 Bradley Barcola of France, on July 14, 2026
Liverpool transfer news: Arsenal in race for PSG’s Bradley Barcola but one club suffers 'blow' before Premier League season
Liverpool are reportedly in a race with Arsenal for PSG winger Bradley Barcola, but one club is said to suffer a blow in their pursuit of the Frenchman.
Jul 22, 23:42
 Mikel Arteta/Arsenal composite
Arsenal confirm next summer signing as 18-year-old rejects Tottenham for Mikel Arteta
Arsenal confirm the signing of 18-year-old centre-back Elijah Upson following his exit from Tottenham Hotspur.
Jul 21, 15:54
 Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta, on May 10, 2026
Arsenal transfer news: Mikel Arteta's men 'open talks' over move for £75m Premier League star
Arsenal are reportedly in direct talks with Newcastle United over the transfer of Brazil midfielder Bruno Guimaraes.
Jul 21, 14:45
 Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta, on May 30, 2026
Arsenal transfer news: Mikel Arteta to 'reignite interest' in £77m winger after recent Morgan Rogers disappointment
Mikel Arteta targets £77m-valued forward to add explosive pace and directness to the Arsenal’s title-defending attack.
Jul 21, 02:52
 Morgan Rogers, Bradley Barcola composite
Why Liverpool and Arsenal are scrambling with Chelsea's £117m Morgan Rogers transfer news to affect Premier League title race
After Chelsea agreed to sign Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers, Sports Mole considers the implications of the transfer on Liverpool, Arsenal and the Premier League title race.
Jul 20, 07:17
 Mikel Arteta/Arsenal composite
Arsenal transfer news: Deal agreed for 18-year-old centre-back after Tottenham 'rejection'
Arsenal reportedly agree a deal to sign 18-year-old centre-back Elijah Upson after the player turned down the chance to sign a new contract with Tottenham Hotspur.
Jul 19, 15:19
 Mikel Arteta and Morgan Rogers
Arsenal transfer news: Mikel Arteta to 'regroup' after Chelsea snatch £117m target in sensational deal
Arsenal re-evaluate their summer transfer market strategy after Chelsea complete a dramatic £117m hijack for Mikel Arteta's primary target.
Jul 18, 23:05
 Morgan Rogers of Aston Villa, on May 15, 2026
Morgan Rogers transfer news: Arsenal panic as rival Premier League club agrees 'major' £117m deal with Aston Villa
Arsenal are reportedly set to miss out on Aston Villa attacker Morgan Rogers after a rival Premier League club agree a £117m deal for the Englishman.
Jul 18, 19:08
 Arsenal's Gabriel Jesus pictured on December 10, 2025
Gabriel Jesus future: European giants circle after ‘huge update’ on Arsenal attacker
Mikel Arteta looks to trim the Arsenal wage bill as major European heavyweights plot a cut-price summer transfer for forward Gabriel Jesus.
Jul 17, 18:42
 Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta, on May 10, 2026
Arsenal transfer news: Talks for £100m attacker to 'accelerate' as Mikel Arteta looks to retain Premier League title
Arsenal are reportedly ready to accelerate talks for a £100m attacker, with Mikel Arteta hoping to strengthen his side in order to retain the Premier League title.
Jul 17, 00:54
 Club Brugge's Christos Tzolis in action for Greece on October 12, 2025
Arsenal transfer news: Gunners 'move swiftly' to secure Leandro Trossard's £34m replacement
Mikel Arteta secures his first major signing of the summer transfer window as Arsenal reportedly agree a fee for Leandro Trossard's replacement.
Jul 16, 19:08
 Mikel Arteta of Arsenal, on May 29, 2026
Arsenal transfer news: £30m target ‘wants to join’ as fresh Morgan Rogers update emerges
Arsenal receive a major boost in their pursuit of a £30m target, while a fresh update on their pursuit of Morgan Rogers also emerges.
Jul 16, 09:10
 William Saliba of France, on July 14, 2026
Arsenal news: How long William Saliba will miss 'revealed' after France injury creates Premier League worry for Mikel Arteta
Arsenal reportedly learn the extent of William Saliba's injury after the France international was forced off due to a back issue in the World Cup semi-final.
Jul 16, 01:08
 Arsenal's Viktor Gyokeres looks dejected on April 11, 2026
Arsenal transfer news: Viktor Gyokeres offered in 'exchange' for Mikel Arteta striker target with £432m release clause
Arsenal reportedly offer Viktor Gyokeres as a makeweight in a deal to bring in a new striker, with boss Mikel Arteta aiming to revamp his side's attack.
Jul 15, 01:37
 Arsenal goalkeepers David Raya and Kepa Arrizabalaga
Arsenal transfer news: Gunners player 'wanting more' is open to Emirates departure this summer
Arsenal goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga is reportedly open to leaving the Premier League champions during the summer transfer window.
Jul 14, 17:05
 Ethan Nwaneri/Mikel Arteta composite
Arsenal transfer news: Ethan Nwaneri future verdict delivered ahead of pre-season (exclusive)
Arsenal teenager Ethan Nwaneri is warned that a poor pre-season could spell the end of his Gunners career after a disappointing Marseille loan spell.
Jul 13, 13:25
 Johan Manzambi, Morgan Rogers
Arsenal transfer news: Why Morgan Rogers chase could be impacted by Johan Manzambi’s ‘finalised’ Aston Villa move
Why Arsenal should be attentive to the situation of Morgan Rogers after Aston Villa finalise a deal to sign Johan Manzambi from Freiburg this summer.
Jul 13, 01:18
 Leandro Trossard celebrates after scoring vs New Zealand in June 2026
Leandro Trossard to Besiktas: Arsenal forward’s £17m move faces one ‘final decision’
Arsenal weigh up life after Leandro Trossard as Besiktas push for a £17m deal that could reshape their summer plans.
Jul 12, 19:45
 Enzo Maresca/Mikel Arteta composite
Man City transfer news: Enzo Maresca claims first victory over Arsenal with “exciting” signing confirmed
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca claims his first victory over Arsenal following confirmation of an “exciting” new signing.
Jul 11, 10:40
 Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior on May 17, 2026
Arsenal transfer news: Gunners among 'five Premier League clubs' keeping tabs on Vinicius Junior's contract talks
Arsenal are reportedly one of five Premier League clubs who would seriously consider a move for Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior if he became available this summer.
Jul 10, 16:53
 Leeds United goalkeeper Illan Meslier on December 10, 2024
Arsenal transfer news: Gunners sign goalkeeper Illan Meslier to avoid repeat of costly cup mistakes
Arsenal confirm the signing of goalkeeper Illan Meslier, who could replace Kepa Arrizabalaga as second-choice shot-stopper in North London.
Jul 9, 16:55
 Bruno Guimaraes/Arsenal composite
Bruno Guimaraes: Arsenal 'preparing third bid' for Newcastle captain after £65m package rejected
Arsenal are reportedly preparing to submit a third bid to sign Newcastle United captain Bruno Guimaraes this summer.
Jul 9, 12:00
 Bruno Guimaraes/Newcastle United composite
Arsenal transfer news: Gunners receive major 'boost' after Bruno Guimaraes decision
Arsenal reportedly receive massive transfer boost to sign Newcastle United midfielder Bruno Guimaares, who desires to leave St James' Park.
Jul 8, 18:47
 Morgan Rogers
Arsenal transfer news: Gunners make 'significant' progress in bid to sign Mikel Arteta's 'top target'
Arsenal make significant progress on Aston Villa and England star Morgan Rogers as Mikel Arteta pushes to land his top summer target.
Jul 8, 12:52
 Arsenal's William Saliba, Piero Hincapie, Gabriel Magalhaes and Declan Rice celebrate on March 1, 2026
Barcelona 'monitoring' Arsenal star as Premier League champions set €150m asking price
Barcelona are reportedly keeping tabs on a key member of Mikel Arteta's Arsenal squad, who is valued at €150m (£128m).
Jul 8, 00:23
 Mikel Arteta of Arsenal, on May 30, 2026
Arsenal transfer news: Barcelona star would "love" £85m Mikel Arteta target to reject Premier League and join La Liga giants
A current Barcelona player expresses his desire for a key Arsenal target to join the Catalan club and reject interest from the Premier League this summer.
Jul 7, 18:24
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