Everton boss David Moyes has said he will not sell Mikel Arteta despite rumours of a big money bid by Arsenal.

Everton are yet to receive any offers for midfielder Mikel Arteta despite speculation several sides are interested in the Spaniard.

Arsene Wenger has targeted Everton star Mikel Arteta as a replacement for the injured Cesc Fabregas and could launch a January bid.

Mikel Arteta believes the Toffees should be aiming for a top four finish after their recent good run of form.

Mikel Arteta says he believes Everton’s injury crisis has had a positive impact on their style of play.

Sunderland slipped to a poor defeat in Ricky Sbragia’s first game as their permanent manager.Mikel Arteta curled home a 10th-minute free-kick and saw a volley deflect in off Danny Collins after another set- piece went straight into the wall (27).Carlos Edwards tested Tim Howard from long range but Dan Gosling rounded off the win after Joleon Lescott squared the ball to him in the box (83).

Mikel Arteta was in inspirational form as the Spaniard grabbed a brace to help Everton to a comfortable 3-0 victory over Sunderland.

Spanish midfielder Mikel Arteta is targeting a top six place for the side as they go into the busy Christmas period.

Mikel Arteta wants Everton to be in or close to sixth-place when the festive fixtures have come and gone.

Everton’s influential Spaniard Mikel Arteta looks set for an extended run in the middle of the park following his display at Spurs.