According to the Spanish media Sports WorldReal Sociedad midfielder Mikel Merino is finalising his signing for the club Arsenal This summer.
The Gunners agreed Personal terms with the Spanish international earlier this month, and talks are ongoing with Real Sociedad over the transfer Rate and payment conditions. Merino has a termination clause worth £56 million in his contract, but Arsenal are aiming to sign him for a much lower fee. He could be signed for around 100 million euros. 30 million pounds.
Sports World Now, local media reports suggest Merino is “finalising his move” to the Gunners after being left out of the squad for the opening La Liga game against Rayo Vallecano on Sunday. The 28-year-old looks set to become Arsenal's third signing of the summer after David Raya (on a permanent loan) and Riccardo Calafiori.
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Arsenal have been linked with signing Merino for several weeks and are now close to completing a deal. The Spaniard should be a quality acquisition for the Gunners thanks to his solid defensive skills and ability to score and create goals.
Merino won the highest number of duels Last season, in Europe's top five leagues, his presence in midfield should help them dominate more games. The Euro 2024 winner has also impressed with his tackling, recoveries and ability to clear his lines when needed.
He is also good at making decisions in the final three minutes. Merino can score goals from set pieces with his strong aerial presence, but he can also create chances with his late runs. The Spaniard could play an important role on arrival and could be a regular starter.
Thomas Partey had an inconsistent opening game against Wolverhampton Wanderers, where he was guilty of losing possession from the No. 6 position in his own half. Declan Rice Going forward, Merino will take on the role of holding midfielder and start as a central midfielder.
