Despite rumours that La Liga powerhouse Barcelona was interested in hiring him, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has reiterated his satisfaction with life at the Emirates Stadium.
This week, it was reported in the Spanish media that Barcelona, while happy with their current manager Xavi, was keeping an eye on Arteta because they were so impressed with his success in rebuilding the team, which is something they are currently seeking to achieve themselves.
Arteta, a former player who attended the Camp Nou academy, quickly dismissed the rumours when asked what he thought about them.
“What I can say is I am happy and proud to be where I am,” he told a press conference.
“I think that Barcelona are now on a really good path, I think they have a phenomenal coach – a coach that has been an absolute legend in the club and has lifted the whole place. I think you have to be very respectful of that.”
Meanwhile, Barcelona are currently playing in La Liga one point behind Real Madrid, the defending