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Mikel Arteta faces PSG in the Champions League final, over twenty years after starting his career in Paris. Stay with us to discover how this experience shaped the Arsenal manager and why Luis Fernandez played a key role in his rise.
Arriving in Paris in January 2001, Arteta, then 18, joined PSG under the guidance of Luis Fernandez. The latter, impressed by his potential, recruited him for his technique and ability to play in front of the defense. Initially, Arteta integrated into the team gradually, but he quickly made his mark in his second season. Despite a tumultuous spring marked by his transfer to Rangers, his time at PSG remains pivotal.
Living in Saint-Germain-en-Laye with his mother, Arteta received support from his teammates, including Mauricio Pochettino, who became an influential figure in his career. Arteta reflects on this period as foundational, praising players like Ronaldinho and Anelka who helped him grow. More than just an experience, his time at PSG served as a springboard for his coaching career, and he holds deep gratitude for the club and Fernandez.
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