Arteta receives the highest salary in the Premier League

Arsenal announced on Wednesday the extension of Mikel Arteta's contract, which will see his salary rise to £25 million, i.e. €29.5 million per year, placing him at the top of Premier League earnings, while defender Saliba is still struggling three months after his injury.

The extension, announced on Wednesday, entails a clear salary increase. Arteta, who was earning up to €17.9 million annually, sees his remuneration rise to €29.5 million.

Comparison with European salaries

According to The Times, the new income places Arteta just behind Diego Simeone, who earns €29.8 million at Atlético de Madrid, and ahead of Simone Inzaghi, who is paid €25.1 million at Al‑Hilal, in the English league. Thus, the Gunners' coach becomes the highest‑paid in the Premier League.

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Meanwhile, the club is closely monitoring William Saliba's recovery, still three months after his injury. No further details have been provided about his fitness.

Since his arrival in 2019, Arteta has led the Gunners to five trophies, including the Premier League title. This progress, the club says, justifies the salary increase.

The new contract ties Arteta to Arsenal until the end of next season, although the exact length has not been specified. The club hopes that managerial stability will boost its European ambitions.