Mikel Arteta wants to build a legacy at Arsenal amid genuine interest from Barcelona.
The Gunners head coach slammed what he described as ‘totally fake news’ from Spain on Sunday night that Arteta has already told his backroom staff he could replace Xavi, who is stepping down as Barcelona manager this summer.
However, Barcelona’s interest in Arteta is real, although there is a confidence at Arsenal that their head coach would not be tempted by a move to Catalonia at the moment.
The Spaniard has just 18 months left on his contract at the Emirates but all parties are relaxed about the situation amid an understanding that the 41-year-old will extend his deal at the Emirates.