Arsenal will ‘not be afraid’ of the shorter shelf life Real Sociedad ace Mikel Merino brings after proving experienced players can do wonders for the Premier League side.
Merino has been on Arsenal‘s transfer radar for many weeks now, but face extra competition for him off the back of his displays for Spain at Euro 2024.
While the 6ft 2in midfielder made seven appearances at the tournament his home country triumphed in, the Sociedad star was repeatedly brought off the bench for Luis de la Fuente’s side.
Nonetheless, his form is said to have attracted interest from La Liga giants Barcelona and Atletico Madrid, but the Gunners appear to be in pole position to sign the 28-year-old.
Despite seemingly having a settled midfield of Martin Odegaard, Declan Rice, and Jorginho last season; manager Mikel Arteta needs more strength in depth if they are to topple Premier League champions Manchester City from their perch.
