Paris Saint-Germain Make Approach for Arsenal Boss Mikel Arteta
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) have reportedly made an approach for Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta to become their new manager. The Ligue 1 champions are on the hunt for a new head coach following their decision to sack Christophe Galtier after one season in charge, and just days after winning the title.
Arteta is a former PSG player, having spent an 18-month loan spell with the French giants during his early career at Barcelona. However, it appears that Arteta has turned down the offer to take over at PSG. According to French outlet RMC, PSG sporting director Luís Campo has spoken to the Arsenal manager ‘in recent weeks’ over the possibility of him leaving the Premier League club to return to Paris.
The report claims the chances of Arteta taking over at PSG ‘are almost nil’ with the Spaniard supposedly telling Campo he is happy in north London. It is said Arteta ‘feels good’ about the project at Arsenal and has no plans to leave anytime soon, especially having just secured a return to Champions League football. And it is also noted that the Spaniard is not willing to work at a club where he would not have the final say on transfers – which is the case at Parc des Princes.
Arteta’s Success at Arsenal
Arteta led Arsenal to a Premier League title challenge last season, which ultimately fell short as Man City were crowned champions. However, he did manage to guide the Gunners to their first European final in over a decade, where they lost to Chelsea in the Europa League final.
Despite a difficult start to this season, Arteta managed to turn things around and secure a strong finish for Arsenal. The Gunners finished eighth in the Premier League, but secured a place in next season’s Europa League by winning the FA Cup.
Arteta’s Future at Arsenal
Arteta’s future at Arsenal has been the subject of much speculation in recent months. However, it appears that the Spaniard is committed to the project at Arsenal and has no plans to leave anytime soon.
Arsenal have been busy in the transfer market this summer, with the signings of Ben White, Albert Sambi Lokonga, Nuno Tavares, and Martin Odegaard. The Gunners are also reportedly close to signing goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale from Sheffield United.
Arteta will be hoping that these new signings can help Arsenal improve on their eighth-place finish last season and challenge for a top-four spot in the Premier League. The Gunners will also be looking to make a strong run in the Europa League, a competition they have won twice in the past.
Conclusion
In conclusion, PSG have reportedly made an approach for Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta to become their new manager. However, it appears that Arteta has turned down the offer and is committed to the project at Arsenal. The Gunners will be hoping that Arteta can build on the success of last season and guide them to a top-four finish in the Premier League and a strong run in the Europa League.