The future of Arsenal's manager, Mikel Arteta, is a hot topic, and former Arsenal star Emmanuel Petit has some bold predictions. Petit believes Arteta's departure is imminent, and he has a clear idea of who should take over: Cesc Fabregas.
Arteta has been on a remarkable run this season, with Arsenal in contention for an unprecedented quadruple. However, Petit hints at a potential time limit on Arteta's reign, suggesting that a move to Barcelona is on the horizon.
"Mikel Arteta is destined for Barcelona. It's only a matter of time before he takes charge there," Petit stated. He further explained, "The connections are there, and it's a natural progression for him. But it's up to Arteta to decide if he wants to be a one-club manager or explore other options."
And here's where it gets interesting. Petit believes that if Arteta were to leave Arsenal, his next move would likely be abroad, with Barcelona as the prime destination.
"If Arteta wins trophies, he might stay, but if he doesn't, he'll probably leave. It's a tricky situation, and we can only speculate about his future plans."
But who could replace Arteta? Petit suggests Cesc Fabregas, a former Arsenal legend who has since made his mark as head coach of Serie A's Como. Fabregas is making waves in Italy, and Petit believes his former clubs will take notice.
"Cesc is in a great position at Como. He has the support and resources he needs. But this weekend, we saw a new side to him. When Alvaro Morata was sent off, Fabregas publicly addressed the incident, showing a strong personality and a boss-like attitude. This is a sign that he's here to stay and make a mark."
So, could Fabregas be the next Arsenal manager? Petit thinks so, and with his impressive track record and growing reputation, it's a possibility that many Arsenal fans might welcome.
What do you think? Should Arteta stay or go? And is Fabregas the right man to take over? Let us know your thoughts in the comments!
