Arteta backed for future Barcelona role despite Arsenal wait

Arteta backed for future Barcelona role despite Arsenal wait

Mikel Arteta has been backed as a future manager of FC Barcelona, even if he does not deliver a Premier League title with Arsenal.

Former Barcelona defender Miguel Nadal believes Arteta’s tactical identity, leadership style, and roots in La Masia make him the ideal fit for the Catalan club.

He insists the Gunners’ handler has the “DNA” required to succeed at Camp Nou and says his reputation in Catalunya is not defined by trophies alone.

Nadal highlighted Arteta’s development under Pep Guardiola and his work in turning Arsenal into genuine title challengers.

He also compared his profile to past successful appointments like Guardiola and Luis Enrique, arguing that philosophy and personality matter more than previous silverware.