According Sports worldSpanish midfielder Mikel Merino is waiting Arsenal negotiate a transfer agreement with Real Sociedad.
The Gunners are looking for a new midfielder in the transfer market and Merino is emerging as the main target. The club have already reached an agreement Personal terms has a long-term contract with the Spaniard, but still needs to negotiate a deal with Real Sociedad.
Now he reports it Sports world Merino is waiting for the Gunners. The 28-year-old hopes the London giants will 'launch an offensive' and 'convince' Real Sociedad. The La Liga side are willing to sell the midfielder for €30m (£26m).
If Arsenal do not reach an agreement, Merino is willing to consider it Barcelona as an alternative. The first Newcastle United The man is currently in the final year of his contract with Sociedad and has no plans to sign an extension.
Good move
The Gunners sold Emile Smith Rowe to Fulham earlier this month. They are now interested in signing a replacement and Merino is the leading candidate. The Spaniard has a different profile to Smith Rowe. He is more defensive-minded, but has the characteristics to adapt to the demands of the team. Premier league.
Merino, who has been hailed as 'world class' by Arsenal defender Kieran Tierney, won the most of the duels Last season, in Europe's top five leagues, with 326 goals, he also impressed with his tackles and ball recoveries. The Spaniard also made his mark in the last three quarter-finals with 8 goals and 5 assists in all competitions.
The former Magpies star would be a good signing for the Gunners. Despite having just turned 28, he is still in the prime of his playing career and could be a good short-term signing for Arsenal in their Premier League title race.
Players such as Leandro Trossard and Jorginho have been valuable and experienced additions to the squad and Merino could have a similar impact with his strong defensive attributes and ability to contribute to goals.
