Mikel Arteta agrees new long-term Arsenal contract to end speculation over Emirates Stadium future

Mikel Arteta agreed to sign an improved new contract with Arsenal. The Spanish manager will receive a significant pay rise to extend his successful stay in north London following months of positive negotiations behind the scenes.

According to the BBC , Arteta has agreed to a new, improved contract to continue leading the reigning Premier League champions. The Spaniard's current deal was originally scheduled to expire at the conclusion of this season. However, productive talks over a long-term extension have been ongoing behind the scenes for a number of months.

Following earlier reports that a resolution was close, a final agreement has now been securely reached. The Gunners have successfully tied down the man who masterminded their incredible return to the summit of English football.