Arsenal are preparing to hand Mikel Arteta a record-breaking new contract that will see the Spaniard become one of the best-paid managers in world football. The Gunners are eager to secure the long-term future of their leader following a period of unprecedented progress that has seen the club return to the pinnacle of the English game.

Former referee Keith Hackett has urged Pro Ref to step in and sanction Mikel Arteta for his touchline antics after branding the Arsenal boss the "worst offender".