Mikel Merino has admitted that he was “seduced” by Arsenal ahead of his summer move to the Emirates Stadium. The 28-year-old joined Mikel Arteta’s side from Real Sociedad for €32 million in August, with the Gunners quick to complete a deal for the Spain international following his impressive form at the 2024 European Championship.

Other than Arsenal, Barcelona and Atletico Madrid were keen to recruit Mikel Merino in the summer. Real Sociedad also expressed a desire to retain him for the 2024-25 season, following his impressive performance last season and during the European Championship with Spain.

Mikel Merino has opened up about his move to Arsenal, highlighting how the club’s ambition and the opportunity to be a crucial component of a growing project ultimately convinced him to leave Real

Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino admits Arsenal have no time to waste after international break but is keen to focus on positives when Mikel Arteta's resume battle after international break

Latest Arsenal news and gossip as Mikel Merino explains why he chose to leave Real Sociedad in favour of signing for the Gunners

Any move would likely take place in the summer, when Arsenal are likely to chase a winger to add competition out wide. Though, whether they will spend that much is another questio