Arsenal calm amidst Mikel Arteta contract talks

Both Arteta and the club wish to continue their partnership, but no new agreement has been reached yet.

Reportedly described as 'strangely zen,' the atmosphere around negotiations is calm, though the board could become more frantic if talks drag on.

The hope is to finalise Arteta's new contract before the season starts to avoid any potential disruptions.

Reports suggest that Arteta will remain at Arsenal beyond this campaign, but uncertainty lingers until terms are officially sealed.

Complicating matters, Pep Guardiola's contract with Manchester City also expires at the end of the season, raising the possibility of City attempting to lure Arteta away.

Although Barcelona had been linked with Arteta, rumours have subsided following Hansi Flick's appointment.

Currently, Arteta is focused on pre-season preparations, with Arsenal set to play Manchester United in their second game of the US tour on Saturday.

The club is confident in retaining him, but as time progresses, the duration of this calm stance is uncertain.

Both parties are keen to find an agreement, viewing it as a matter of timing to settle the details.