Mikel Arteta

Mikel Arteta, born on March 26, 1982, is a distinguished Spanish football manager and former player, currently at the helm of Premier League club Arsenal. His journey in professional football began at Barcelona in 1999, where he faced limited opportunities, prompting a loan to Paris Saint-Germain in 2001. During his time in Paris, Arteta celebrated victory in the UEFA Intertoto Cup in his second season, marking the start of a successful career.

In 2002, Arteta made a significant move to Rangers for a fee of six million pounds, where he quickly made his mark by winning the league and league cup in his debut season, notably scoring a dramatic 93rd-minute penalty on the final day. After a brief return to Real Sociedad, he joined Everton in 2005, earning the title of Player of the Season twice during his tenure. His time at Arsenal began in 2011 when he transferred for ten million pounds, culminating in two FA Cup victories before his retirement in 2016.

On the international stage, Arteta represented Spain at various youth levels but never had the opportunity to play for the senior national team. Following his playing career, he transitioned into coaching, serving as an assistant to Pep Guardiola at Manchester City in 2016. Arteta returned to Arsenal in a managerial role in 2019, where he achieved immediate success by winning the FA Cup in his debut season.

As of now, Mikel Arteta stands as Arsenal's seventh-longest serving manager and the second longest-serving current manager in the Premier League, showcasing his commitment and impact on the club.