Mikel Arteta is looking to extend Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's contract amid rumored interest from Barcelona.

The 30-year-old's deal expires at the end of next season.

"They're completely right to want him because he's a superb player. It's right that the big teams like him. Hopefully we can convince him this is the right place to be. He is our most important player, no doubt the impact he has in this team. We will have to convince him to stay with us," said of Barcelona's interest in Aubameyang.

Arteta added that it was important for Arsenal to make the Champions League next season.

"He wants to play in the biggest competitions with the best players. We have to help him do that. He needs to feel fulfilled."