Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta says he will open talks over a new contract with the club once the transfer window closes.

Arteta’s current contract expires at the end of this season, but negotiations are not expected to pose any problems and the 42-year-old has a good relationship with the club’s hierarchy.

“The focus was on the transfer window,” Arteta said.

“We had quite a bit to do and discuss. We are working on it and we will deal with it at the right time.”

The Spaniard has been Arsenal manager since 2019 and has led the team to second place in the Premier League in the past two seasons.

“First of all, I’m grateful for where I am and for the people I work with every day, because it’s very difficult to find harmony, trust, belief and alignment in the vision,” Arteta said.

“It’s something I always mention because I believe we have an incredible time ahead of us. It’s very exciting and I’m very excited about it.”