January 28th 2024.
Mikel Arteta, the current manager of Arsenal, is facing a tough decision as he is being tempted to replace the legendary Xavi at Barcelona. According to reports from Spain, Arteta is seriously considering an exit from Arsenal at the end of this season, with links to the Barcelona job becoming more and more prominent.
It has been confirmed that Xavi will leave his role as head coach of Barcelona this summer, and Arteta is on the shortlist of candidates to take over the position. This is not the first time that Barcelona has shown interest in the Arsenal boss, as he was also linked to the job back in October 2021 when Ronald Koeman was sacked.
Spanish outlet Sport has reported that Arteta may finally get his chance to manage Barcelona, as he has apparently informed those close to him that he may leave Arsenal after the 2023-24 season. Despite having a contract with Arsenal until 2025, it is believed that the club's owners would agree to a "consensual exit" in the summer if Arteta decides to move on.
This news may come as a disappointment to Arsenal fans, as Arteta has transformed the club into Premier League title contenders since taking over in 2019. Last season, the Gunners came close to winning their first top-flight trophy since 2004, and many pundits have tipped them for success this season.
Under Arteta's leadership, Arsenal has also won the FA Cup and two Community Shield titles, further solidifying his credentials as a top manager. Meanwhile, Barcelona's hierarchy is already on the lookout for Xavi's replacement, with Deco reportedly speaking to agents of potential candidates.
Arteta has a strong connection to Barcelona, having played for their youth teams and Barcelona B before joining Rangers in 2002. It seems that the La Liga giants have been admirers of him for years, and now he may finally get the chance to manage the club he has a long history with. As for Arsenal, they may have to start preparing for life without their talented manager.
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