Seasons2019-20Rumour Mill

Arteta under consideration as Everton mull their options

The Spaniard was a hero during his time with the Blues as a player before he moved on to Arsenal and, since gaining his Uefa coaching credentials, has been gaining experience as Pep Guardiola's assistant at Manchester City.

He was seriously considered by Arsenal before they appointed Unai Emery 18 months ago and was also a candidate to replace Rafael Benitez at Newcastle this past summer.

He elected to stay at City, however, and the word is that he has a gentlemen's agreement with Guardiola that he wouldn't leave mid-season but with both of his former Premier League clubs reportedly interested in hiring him, he may be presented with a decision to make.

Alternatively, if Duncan Ferguson is able to maintain a steady ship for the rest of the season, the conditions could be right for Arteta to possibly take over in the summer.

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