According to the latest news from renowned soccer journalist Romano, Arsenal Football Club will officially set their sights on Spanish midfielder Mikel Merino after completing a deal with Carafiore. Currently, Arsenal has not yet made any official offer for Merino as they are fully committed to finalizing the transfer of Carafiore. However, Romano has revealed that Arsenal have a strong interest in Merino and have made several phone calls to Real Sociedad to pave the way for a formal approach in the future.
Merino, the 28-year-old midfielder, is currently under contract with Real Sociedad until 2025. He had an excellent Europa League season, making seven appearances for the Spanish national team and contributing a goal that ultimately helped the team win the title. This achievement has undoubtedly further increased his market value and attracted the attention of several clubs.
Arsenal's keen interest in Merino is mainly due to his all-round ability in the midfield position and rich experience in the game. The addition of Merino will help enhance Arsenal's midfield control and creativity, providing more options for the team's offense.
Although Arsenal have yet to make an official offer, according to reports from Romano, contact between the two sides has begun and is expected to make substantial progress in the coming days. This is certainly exciting news for Arsenal fans, who are expecting Merino to be one of the team's key acquisitions in the summer transfer window.
