Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has indicated that a new long-term contract for an unnamed midfielder is imminent, describing the deal as only a "matter of time."
The comments came during a press conference on Sunday, November 1, 2026, with Arteta expressing confidence that the player will commit his future to the club.
While the identity of the midfielder was not disclosed, speculation has centered on key first-team players whose current deals are approaching their final years.
Arteta's remarks suggest the club is close to securing a significant contract extension as they aim to retain their core squad.
