Mikel Arteta decides to stay at Arsenal after PSG defeat in Champions league

Mikel Arteta will stay at Arsenal despite the heartbreak of Saturday’s Champions League final loss to Paris Saint-Germain, sources have confirmed.

No Exit: Arteta Decides to Stay at Arsenal After PSG Penalty Pain

The Gunners fell to PSG on penalties at the Puskas Arena in Budapest, ending their dream of a European double.

Arsenal had taken an early lead, but the French side fought back to force spot-kicks and eventually lift the trophy.

However, the defeat has not shaken Arteta’s commitment to the north London club.

The Spanish manager wants to continue building his project at the Emirates Stadium, and the Arsenal hierarchy fully supports him.

Arsenal hope to finalise a new contract for Arteta before pre-season begins. The club has already held discussions with the manager’s representatives, with both sides agreeing to accelerate talks after the season ends.

Transfer insider Graeme Bailey confirms that Arsenal sporting director Andrea Berta and Arteta have spoken about fresh terms.

The manager feels delighted with the backing Berta has given him and remains very happy at the club.

“Arsenal are so happy with how things are going, not just on-field but off-field too,” Bailey told TEAMtalk.

“The club are aligned in their thinking from the owners down to Arteta and his staff.”

Arteta led Arsenal to the Premier League title this season – the club’s first English championship since 2004.

That success, combined with the Champions League final run, convinced the board that their manager deserves a long-term commitment.

Fabrizio Romano recently reported that further contract talks will take place now that the season has ended. Arteta loves his current squad and does not want to leave.

Winning the Premier League is just the beginning, sources say, and Arteta’s new terms are not far away. The club fully believes they will complete the deal before pre-season kicks off.