Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta says he must earn the right to extend his contract beyond 2027 by winning silverware, as the Gunners lead the Premier League.
Mikel Arteta has hinted at extending his contract with Arsenal beyond 2027, but emphasizes that he needs to earn the right to do so by delivering trophies.
The Spanish manager marked six years in charge on Saturday, with his sole major trophy being the 2020 FA Cup win.
Arteta’s Arsenal has finished runner-up in the Premier League for the past three seasons, and they’re currently two points clear at the top of the table this season. They’ve also reached the League Cup quarterfinals.
When asked about extending his contract, Arteta said, “Yes, but it’s about today. A lot of things have to happen in the next few months as well to earn the right. I think a manager has to earn the right to be here tomorrow”.
Arteta attributes Arsenal’s lack of trophies to the high level they’re competing at, rather than substandard performances. “You look at the performances, all the records that we had that were broken in the history of the club. We still haven’t managed to do that (win trophies),” he added.
The Spaniard’s contract currently runs until 2027, and he’s focused on the present. “A lot of things have to happen in the next few months as well to earn the right (for an extension).”
