Despite interest from across Europe, and particularly from giants like Real Madrid in the past, Arteta has shown no desire to walk away from the project he has built. The manager is reportedly delighted with the backing he has received from the board and specifically appreciates the working relationship he has developed with Berta.
“Arsenal have already spoken to Arteta’s camp and groundwork has been done, but they were all agreed things would not accelerate until after the season. Arsenal are so happy with how things are going, but not just on-field, off-field too – the club are aligned in their thinking from the owners, to hierarchy including Andrea Berta to Arteta and his staff, and the squad," Bailey stated.