Arsenal owners set new contract as top priority for Mikel Arteta

Arsenal owners, the Kroenke family, have confirmed plans to offer manager Mikel Arteta a new contract. The offer is described as an "utmost priority".

The Kroenke family controls Arsenal's ownership structure. The announcement was issued through the club’s official channels.

Mikel Arteta currently serves as Arsenal manager. A new contract would prolong his tenure at the Emirates Stadium.

The board will commence negotiations with Arteta’s representatives. No financial terms have been revealed.

The owners' emphasis on the contract follows recent rumors about Arteta’s status. The priority indicates a desire for managerial continuity.

A formal agreement is expected to be signed in the next few weeks. The move aims to lock in the manager before the upcoming season.