{
  "id": 6601479,
  "title": "EPL: Arsenal set to renew Arteta’s contract – Reports",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/10/epl-arsenal-set-to-renew-artetas-contract-reports-6601479",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-10T15:24:26.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch",
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    "url": "https://punchng.com/epl-arsenal-set-to-renew-artetas-contract-reports/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Arsenal is on the verge of extending long-term contract for manager Mikel Arteta, according to recent reports. The negotiations have reportedly made considerable progress, according to BBC Sport's coverage on Thursday. Despite his current deal having nine months remaining, Arteta has expressed his desire to stay at the Emirates Stadium. \"Everybody feels comfortable that the timing of the contract is not going to be an issue because my will certainly is to be here and I’m very happy here,\" Arteta stated. The club's confidence in securing the extension is further bolstered by Arteta's influence in the club's footballing strategy and recruitment. Arsenal is expected to significantly enhance Arteta's current £10 million annual package, with an additional £5 million available for Champions League qualification.",
  "summary": "Arsenal are reportedly close to renewing Mikel Arteta’s contract, with a new long-term deal set to make the Spaniard one of the highest-paid managers. Read More: https://punchng.com/epl-arsenal-set-to-renew-artetas-contract-reports/",
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Gulf News",
        "title": "Will Mikel Arteta stay at Arsenal or join FC Barcelona amid interest?",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/10/will-mikel-arteta-stay-at-arsenal-or-join-fc-barcelona-amid-interest",
        "published": "2026-09-10T10:25:39.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Punch Nigeria",
        "title": "EPL: Arsenal set to renew Arteta’s contract – Reports",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/10/epl-arsenal-set-to-renew-artetas-contract-reports",
        "published": "2026-09-10T14:52:25.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}