Mikel Arteta was recently linked with a move to Barcelona, but whilst he shut down any exit rumours, it did raise a concern for Arsenal. We were recently told that Arteta has been in talks with Arsenal over a new contract since the start of the season, with just 18 months remaining on his current deal. Barcelona manager Xavi Hernandez announced that he will step down from his role at the end of the season, and Arteta’s ties to the club has played a part in their potential interest in him. Jamie Carragher has now urged Arsenal to hand Arteta a long-term contract to tie him down, whilst also iss…
