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Arteta Says He Must Earn Any New Arsenal Deal as Ben White Fitness Reports Diverge

He told ESPN that players have asked about his long‑term plans during ongoing contract talks.

Overview

  • Arteta, six years into the job, said he could stay beyond his current contract but stressed he must earn any extension through results and leadership.
  • He has 18 months left on his deal and is described as holding significant influence at the club.
  • Arteta said Ben White does not have a serious issue after coming off against Wolves, while the Daily Star reported a hamstring layoff of at least a month.
  • Ray Parlour questioned the volume of injuries at Arsenal despite modern sports science investment.
  • Arsenal have won two of their last four league matches, with Manchester City and Aston Villa narrowing the gap before Saturday’s trip to Everton.