Mikel Artetas People and Places

Published: May 16, 2024, 5 a.m.

Come inside Mikel Arteta\u2019s home as he sits down, in his living room, with Guillem Balagu\xe9 to chat about all the great moments in his life \u2013 both in football and away from it. From his childhood on the beaches of San Sebasti\xe1n, to the bunk beds of the Barcelona academy, hear his stories of moving to Paris with his mum and embracing the British weather in Glasgow. Through the influences of Pep Guardiola, Mauricio Pochettino, his parents \u2013 and especially his wife \u2013 we explore his growth from a player to the Arsenal manager, while delving into the more personal aspects of his life, like why Mallorca holds such a special place in his heart.