Mikel Arteta

thumb|I want to go through those emotions that we had in May many, many, many more times in my career Mikel Arteta (born March 26, 1982) is a Spanish professional football manager and former player who is the manager of Premier League club Arsenal. As Arsenal manager he won the FA Cup in his debut season and their first Premier League title in 22 years in 2026. Quotes The things that are non-negotiable are the attitude, the energy, the willingness to win, to support the team, all this has to be done. "Mikel Arteta interview: Arsenal manager discusses how he keeps his squad happy and why this Premier League season feels 'different'". Sky Sports. January 8, 2026. We made history again, together. I cannot be happier, prouder for everybody that is involved in this football club. Let's enjoy the moment. You did it. Champions go on, when others stop. This is your time. Now, go on and enjoy every moment. "Mikel Arteta's first words after Arsenal win Premier League". Daily Star. May 19, 2026. I don’t like to use the word obsession, I prefer to use the word passion. That passion and drive that you have to be the best version of yourself for yourself, and for the club. I started in San Sebastian, then I went to Barcelona, then to Paris, then Glasgow, then back to San Sebastian, then to Liverpool and Manchester and London; and in all of those places I’ve been open to completely different ways of thinking. I’ve learnt different languages, I’ve inherited things from their cultures, other ideas, other methodologies and I’ve been adaptable to whatever context has been thrown at me. I want to go through those emotions that we had in May many, many, many more times in my career and I want to do it not only by winning, but by winning in a certain way and with the people that I want beside me. And that winning mentality, that winning DNA, has to be something that you build every day and that you make part of the culture. And that means having everyone on board, the players, the staff, the owner, the board, the fans in the stadium. You all need to all feel and breathe that every day. "Mikel Arteta: How to fix Tottenham? I’m sorry but I can’t help you with that". iNews. October 9, 2026. External links Category:Soccer players from Spain Category:1982 births Category:Living people Category:Football (soccer) coaches