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Mikel Merino

Mikel Merino

Mikel Merino is a talented midfielder for Arsenal, known for his vision, passing range, and tactical intelligence. Comfortable in both defensive & creative roles, Merino excels at breaking up play, distributing the ball, and driving forward to support attacks. His physical presence and composure on the ball make him a key asset in controlling the midfield. With his experience and versatility, Merino has established himself as a vital part of Arsenal’s squad.
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Kai Havertz reveals surgery on season-ending hamstring injury was a success

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Arsenal striker Kai Havertz has revealed he has successfully undergone surgery to repair the hamstring injury which has ended his…
Feb 16, 2025
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Arsenal’s ‘crazy’ decision to put Mikel Merino up front pays dividends
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Arsenal’s ‘crazy’ decision to put Mikel Merino up front pays dividends

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Mikel Merino promised to keep doing whatever Arsenal need after overcoming his initial shock at being thrown on as a…
Feb 16, 2025
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Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta: We need more like super sub Mikel Merino
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Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta: We need more like super sub Mikel Merino

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Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta says other players will have to step up like super sub Mikel Merino after the makeshift…
Feb 15, 2025
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Mikel Merino embracing the ‘huge pressure’ to win silverware at Arsenal
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Mikel Merino embracing the ‘huge pressure’ to win silverware at Arsenal

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Mikel Merino has admitted to being under the biggest pressure of his career so far to deliver silverware for Arsenal.…
Jan 10, 2025
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Thursday’s briefing: Arsenal’s bug, Rashford responds and Windass’ wondergoal
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Thursday’s briefing: Arsenal’s bug, Rashford responds and Windass’ wondergoal

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Arsenal climbed to second in the Premier League as they came from behind to win 3-1 at Brentford on New…
Jan 2, 2025
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Arsenal produce fine response to come from behind and beat Brentford
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Arsenal produce fine response to come from behind and beat Brentford

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Arsenal scored two goals in three second-half minutes to complete a 3-1 comeback victory at Brentford to move back up…
Jan 1, 2025
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Mikel Merino says Arsenal not thinking about title as winless run continues
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Mikel Merino says Arsenal not thinking about title as winless run continues

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Mikel Merino said Arsenal are not thinking about the Premier League title after falling nine points behind leaders Liverpool. Sunday’…
Nov 11, 2024
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Mikel Arteta fumes over penalty decisions as Arsenal lose to Inter Milan
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Mikel Arteta fumes over penalty decisions as Arsenal lose to Inter Milan

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A furious Mikel Arteta described Arsenal’s defeat against Inter Milan as “very, very difficult to accept” – and said his…
Nov 6, 2024
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Mikel Merino says ‘basketball team’ Arsenal have mentality to match physicality
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Mikel Merino says ‘basketball team’ Arsenal have mentality to match physicality

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Mikel Merino compares Arsenal’s giants to a basketball team but insists they have the determination to match their height.…
Oct 21, 2024
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New Arsenal signing Mikel Merino suffers shoulder injury in training
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New Arsenal signing Mikel Merino suffers shoulder injury in training

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Mikel Arteta has revealed new signing Mikel Merino will be out for “a few weeks” with a shoulder injury. Arteta…
Aug 30, 2024
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A strong and positive character – Mikel Merino the perfect fit for Arsenal
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A strong and positive character – Mikel Merino the perfect fit for Arsenal

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Arsenal have completed the signing of Spain midfielder Mikel Merino from Real Sociedad. An agreement in principle was struck on…
Aug 27, 2024
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Arsenal close in on Mikel Merino signing
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Arsenal close in on Mikel Merino signing

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Arsenal have agreed a deal to sign Spain midfielder Mikel Merino from Real Sociedad, the PA news agency understands. An…
Aug 24, 2024
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