Barcelona considers Mikel Arteta lost

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Barcelona's transfer market considers Mikel Arteta lost, after the Spanish coach reached an agreement to renew his contract with Arsenal. The deal is closed and pending official formalization, which means his continuity in London distances any possibility of a future operation with the Blaugrana club.

Barcelona loses an option with Mikel Arteta

The situation of Mikel Arteta, 44 years old, was resolved this week after several months of negotiations with Arsenal. His previous contract was set to end at the close of the current season, but negotiations progressed over the summer until reaching an agreement.

Fabrizio Romano reported that not only Arteta will extend his contract, but his entire coaching staff as well. The deal is ready to be officially signed, thus closing a period of uncertainty about the coach's future at the Emirates.

The context also explains Arsenal's move. Arteta led the club to win the 2025-26 Premier League, ending a 22-year wait for the English championship. His continuity became a priority for the club after that title.

Prior to reaching the agreement, Arteta had already made his position clear. In August 2026, he stated his desire to stay at Arsenal and that both parties would ultimately resolve the contractual situation.

❤️🤍🔐 Not only Mikel Arteta but the whole backroom staff will sign new contract at Arsenal.

The agreement is done, set to be officially sealed. pic.com/Ga8M0T6j8N

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 22, 2026

Arsenal ties down Arteta and closes a route for Barcelona

The new contract changes the scenario for Barcelona, which can no longer consider Arteta as an available short-term option. The coach will remain linked to Arsenal through a new agreement, the exact duration of which has not been officially communicated yet.

Additionally, Barcelona's coaching situation has a specific contractual reference. Hansi Flick extended his contract with Barcelona until June 30, 2028, with an optional additional season, in May 2026.

This agreement provides continuity to Flick's project while Arteta remains tied to Arsenal. The German coach has started the season with Barcelona as the leader in LaLiga after seven matchdays, accumulating 21 points

Arsenal, on the other hand, reaches the international break with 12 points from five Premier League matchdays after a 3-0 loss to Brighton on September 19. Arteta had secured four wins in a row before that defeat.

The next steps will be the signing and official announcement of the extension. For Barcelona, Arteta's agreement with Arsenal removes this coaching market option, while in London, the focus is on completing the coach's and his team's continuity.

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