In the last few days, it seems the route leading Arsenal towards a move for Mikel Merino has gone cold.
The midfielder was expected to be their second signing after they snapped up Riccardo Calafiori, but there has been hardly any news recently.
With just under two weeks before the Premier League season begins, Arsenal fans are eager for their team to add more players to the squad and have been awaiting news on Merino.
Although the situation seems to have cooled, a report in the Daily Mail reveals that talks are continuing between the parties to make the transfer happen.
The report adds that Arsenal’s interest in Merino predates Euro 2024, and the Gunners remain confident that they will eventually complete the transfer.
The Real Sociedad man is also eager to make the move and is patiently waiting for all agreements to be finalised so he can return to the Premier League.
Just Arsenal Opinion
Merino is one of the finest midfielders in La Liga and did well at the Euros, so there should be no doubt that he can perform outside of Spain.
Working under Mikel Arteta should also make it easier for him to adapt and feel comfortable at the Emirates.
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Pls don’t create unnecessary panic. The delay is also due to the player on holiday.
It should be concluded this week.
HERE WE GO! before Friday.
It’s been in the media that he reported to Sociedad’s camp today as scheduled. This is unusual for someone who has decided to leave but he may just be wanting to get back into form or just going back for a last look.
The majority of reports still suggest he’ll join Arsenal. That said, as in the Calafioiri signing, it’s taking a while (although for different reasons).
A small warning not to leave Arsenal’s transfer business – buying and selling – too close to the 31 August deadline. You never know how long these things will take and what small hitches can delay or possibly scupper deals unexpectedly.