Jokin Aperribay

Real Sociedad’s Jokin Aperribay concedes Martín Zubimendi’s departure was inevitable but admits he still hopes the midfielder will one day return.

Real Sociedad president Jokin Aperribay has played down talk of an imminent transfer for Martin Zubimendi to Arsenal, but there may be a financial explanation for the apparent delay.

Mikel Merino’s much-anticipated transfer to Arsenal is delayed, but the deal is done. Find out when the official announcement is expected and how this impacts Arsenal’s plans.

Spanish midfielder Mikel Merino is set to join Arsenal from Real Sociedad for €33.5 million plus €5 million in add-ons. The player will undergo a medical in London today.

Arsenal have completed the signing of Real Sociedad midfielder Mikel Merino for an initial fee of €33.5 million. The Spanish international has signed a long-term contract with the Gunners.

Real Sociedad president Jokin Aperribay has travelled to London to finalise Mikel Merino’s transfer to Arsenal, with the deal now all-but-agreed.