What's happened
Mikel Arteta refutes reports of his departure from Arsenal to join Barcelona, asserting his commitment to the club.
Why it matters
The denial of Arteta's departure from Arsenal to join Barcelona is significant for Arsenal fans and football enthusiasts, as it clarifies the manager's commitment to the club.
What the papers say
The Times reports Arteta's anger at the 'fake news' and his assertion of being in 'the right place'. The Independent provides similar quotes from Arteta, emphasizing his commitment to Arsenal and his upset at the rumors. The Independent also highlights Arteta's intention to bring his Arsenal project to fruition and his denial of the reports linking him to Barcelona.
How we got here
Rumors emerged in Spain about Arteta potentially leaving Arsenal to join Barcelona after Xavi's announcement of stepping down as Barcelona boss.
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Mikel Arteta Amatriain, is a Spanish professional football coach and former player. He is currently the head coach of Premier League club Arsenal.
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Arsenal Football Club is a professional football club based in Islington, London, England, that plays in the Premier League, the top flight of English football.
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Futbol Club Barcelona, commonly referred to as Barcelona and colloquially known as Barça, is a Spanish professional football club based in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.