Tag: Real Sociedad

BARCELONA, SPAIN - MAY 20: Martin Zubimendi of Real Sociedad looks on during the LaLiga Santander match between FC Barcelona and Real Sociedad at Spotify Camp Nou on May 20, 2023 in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

Manchester City consider Rodri replacement who rejected Arsenal & Liverpool

Arsenal missed out on Martin Zubimendi, leading them to sign Mikel Merino. Now, Man City eye Zubimendi as they scramble to replace Rodri after his ACL injury.
BOLTON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 17: Fran Merida of Arsenal celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the Barclays Premier League match between Bolton Wanderers and Arsenal at the Reebok Stadium on January 17, 2010 in Bolton, England. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

The rise and fall of Fran Merida: Former Gunner retires

Former Arsenal star Fran Merida retires at 34, ending a career that began with promise but never fully materialised. He now looks to pursue new challenges beyond football.
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 18: Carlos Vela #10 of Los Angeles Football Club reacts during a press conference prior to the match between Austin FC and Los Angeles Football Club at BMO Stadium on September 18, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. Carlos Vela has been re-signed to LAFC. (Photo by Kaelin Mendez/Getty Images)

Door left open for former Arsenal striker to return to national side after 6...

Mexico boss Javier Aguirre hints at Carlos Vela's possible return to international football, leaving the door open for the former Arsenal striker to rejoin El Tri.
BERGAMO, ITALY - SEPTEMBER 19: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal, acknowledges the fans after the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD1 match between Atalanta BC and Arsenal FC at Stadio di Bergamo on September 19, 2024 in Bergamo, Italy. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

Arsenal injury update ahead of Manchester City match

Mikel Arteta shares Arsenal’s injury news ahead of Manchester City clash, revealing key players like Martin Odegaard will miss the vital match.
Italy's defender #03 Federico Dimarco (C) gestures as Italy's defender #05 Riccardo Calafiori lies on the football pitch during the UEFA Nations League Group A2 football match between France and Italy at the Parc des Princes in Paris on September 6, 2024. (Photo by FRANCK FIFE/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal face injury crisis ahead of Tottenham

Arsenal faces a challenging week with injuries to key players like Martin Ødegaard and Riccardo Calafiori. How will this impact their North London derby and crucial fixtures?
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Mikel Merino to miss 6-8 weeks with injury

Mikel Merino, Arsenal’s latest signing, will miss 6-8 weeks with a shoulder injury sustained in training, leaving Mikel Arteta’s squad without the midfielder for key fixtures.
Mikel Merino in an Arsenal kit in 2005 (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Mikel Merino explains why he wore Arsenal kit in 2005

Mikel Merino completed his move to Arsenal on Tuesday, and he's explained why there are pictures of him from 2005 wearing the club kit.
STUTTGART, GERMANY - JULY 05: Mikel Merino of Spain celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the UEFA EURO 2024 quarter-final match between Spain and Germany at Stuttgart Arena on July 05, 2024 in Stuttgart, Germany. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

Official: Arsenal sign Mikel Merino

Arsenal have completed the signing of Spanish midfielder Mikel Merino from Real Sociedad for €35 million. The 28-year-old has signed a five-year deal.
Spain's midfielder #06 Mikel Merino addresses a press conference of Spain's national football team, ahead of the UEFA Euro 2024 European football Championships, in Donaueschingen, on June 12, 2024. (Photo by LLUIS GENE/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal Merino announcement delayed

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.
Real Sociedad's Mikel Merino celebrates his goal during the UEFA Champions League last 16 second leg football match between Real Sociedad and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) at the Anoeta stadium in San Sebastian on March 5, 2024. (Photo by ANDER GILLENEA/AFP via Getty Images)

What shirt number will Mikel Merino get at Arsenal?

Mikel Merino is set to join Arsenal. But which shirt number will the Spanish midfielder take? Here's a look at his options
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 06: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal celebrates with Fabio Vieira following the team's victory in the penalty shoot out during The FA Community Shield match between Manchester City against Arsenal at Wembley Stadium on August 06, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

€40m Arsenal signing to return to former club on loan

Arsenal midfielder Fabio Vieira is set to rejoin Porto on a season-long loan deal. The 24-year-old will look to rediscover his form at his boyhood club after a challenging spell in North London.
France's defender #05 Jules Kounde fights for the ball with Spain's midfielder #06 Mikel Merino during the UEFA Euro 2024 semi-final football match between Spain and France at the Munich Football Arena in Munich on July 9, 2024. (Photo by JAVIER SORIANO/AFP via Getty Images)

Mikel Merino Arsenal medical today

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.
STUTTGART, GERMANY - JULY 05: Mikel Merino of Spain celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the UEFA EURO 2024 quarter-final match between Spain and Germany at Stuttgart Arena on July 05, 2024 in Stuttgart, Germany. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

Mikel Merino is now an Arsenal player says Spanish report

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's Mikel Merino celebrates his goal during the UEFA Champions League last 16 second leg football match between Real Sociedad and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) at the Anoeta stadium in San Sebastian on March 5, 2024. (Photo by ANDER GILLENEA/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal to hold face-to-face transfer talks on Thursday

Amid mixed reports on the status of Arsenal's negotiations for Real Sociedad midfielder Mikel Merino, it's clear that Thursday is a key day for the deal.
SAN SEBASTIAN, SPAIN: Mikel Merino of Real Sociedad runs with the ball whilst under pressure from Luka Modric of Real Madrid during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Real Sociedad and Real Madrid CF at Reale Arena on April 26, 2024. (Photo by Juan Manuel Serrano Arce/Getty Images)

Club president now in London to complete Arsenal transfer

Real Sociedad president Jokin Aperribay has travelled to London to finalise Mikel Merino's transfer to Arsenal, with the deal now all-but-agreed.
France's defender #05 Jules Kounde fights for the ball with Spain's midfielder #06 Mikel Merino during the UEFA Euro 2024 semi-final football match between Spain and France at the Munich Football Arena in Munich on July 9, 2024. (Photo by JAVIER SORIANO/AFP via Getty Images)

Manager confirms Arsenal interest in ‘irreplaceable’ player as deal gets closer

Real Sociedad boss Imanol Alguacil has confirmed Arsenal's widely-reported pursuit of Mikel Merino, with the deal seemingly close to completion.
Real Sociedad's Mikel Merino celebrates his goal during the UEFA Champions League last 16 second leg football match between Real Sociedad and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) at the Anoeta stadium in San Sebastian on March 5, 2024. (Photo by ANDER GILLENEA/AFP via Getty Images)

1 or 2 days away: Arsenal transfer deal close

Arsenal are really close to an agreement with Real Sociedad to sign Mikel Merino, and it could be done within the next couple of days, according to a report.
Spain's midfielder #06 Mikel Merino celebrates after winning the UEFA Euro 2024 final football match between Spain and England at the Olympiastadion in Berlin on July 14, 2024. (Photo by Adrian DENNIS / AFP) (Photo by ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal Merino signing imminent as manager confirms why player dropped

Arsenal are preparing an improved £30m offer to sign Spanish international Mikel Merino. The 28-year-old midfielder is a key summer target for Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta.
MALLORCA, SPAIN: Mikel Merino of Real Sociedad celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the LaLiga EA Sports match between RCD Mallorca and Real Sociedad at Estadi de Son Moix on February 18, 2024. (Photo by Rafa Babot/Getty Images)

Mikel Merino to be excluded from weekend’s squad as €35m Arsenal move nears

Arsenal's interest in Real Sociedad midfielder Mikel Merino heats up, with the player likely to be left out of the squad amidst ongoing transfer negotiations.
VILLARREAL, SPAIN: Mikel Merino of Real Sociedad celebrates scoring their team's first goal during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Villarreal CF and Real Sociedad at Estadio de la Ceramica on December 09, 2023. (Photo by Eric Alonso/Getty Images)

Arsenal set to make 2nd offer for Real Sociedad midfielder

Arsenal are expected to return to Real Sociedad with a new offer for Mikel Merino in the coming days, though a deal may not be done imminently.
Real Sociedad's Mikel Merino celebrates scoring a goal during the UEFA Champions League last 16 second leg football match between Real Sociedad and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) at the Anoeta stadium in San Sebastian on March 5, 2024. (Photo by FRANCK FIFE/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal transfer chances boosted by Liverpool target’s decision

Martin Zubimendi's decision to stay at Real Sociedad may have given Arsenal a boost in their pursuit of Mikel Merino, according to a report.
Real Sociedad's Mikel Merino celebrates his goal during the UEFA Champions League last 16 second leg football match between Real Sociedad and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) at the Anoeta stadium in San Sebastian on March 5, 2024. (Photo by ANDER GILLENEA/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal transfer talks now at a very advanced stage

Arsenal talks to sign Mikel Merino are actively ongoing and at a very advanced stage, according to a report.
VILLARREAL, SPAIN: Mikel Merino of Real Sociedad celebrates scoring their team's first goal during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Villarreal CF and Real Sociedad at Estadio de la Ceramica on December 09, 2023. (Photo by Eric Alonso/Getty Images)

£21.5m Arsenal transfer target tells club he wants the move

Real Sociedad are making a desperate attempt to keep Mikel Merino, but he's informed them he wants Arsenal and a deal is close.
France's defender #05 Jules Kounde fights for the ball with Spain's midfielder #06 Mikel Merino during the UEFA Euro 2024 semi-final football match between Spain and France at the Munich Football Arena in Munich on July 9, 2024. (Photo by JAVIER SORIANO/AFP via Getty Images)

Major Arsenal target left out of club’s pre-season squad

Arsenal target Mikel Merino has been left out of Real Sociedad's squad for their final pre-season friendly, intensifying speculation of a move to the Emirates.
STUTTGART, GERMANY - JULY 05: Mikel Merino of Spain celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the UEFA EURO 2024 quarter-final match between Spain and Germany at Stuttgart Arena on July 05, 2024 in Stuttgart, Germany. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

Talks still ongoing for Arsenal’s 5th summer signing

Arsenal are still in talks to sign Real Sociedad's Mikel Merino but they're yet to submit a formal bid, according to a report.
SAN SEBASTIAN, SPAIN: Mikel Merino of Real Sociedad runs with the ball whilst under pressure from Luka Modric of Real Madrid during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Real Sociedad and Real Madrid CF at Reale Arena on April 26, 2024. (Photo by Juan Manuel Serrano Arce/Getty Images)

Arsenal exploring other midfield options despite Merino interest

Arsenal remain interested in Real Sociedad's Mikel Merino, but they're still exploring alternative options for a midfield summer signing.
VILLARREAL, SPAIN: Mikel Merino of Real Sociedad celebrates scoring their team's first goal during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Villarreal CF and Real Sociedad at Estadio de la Ceramica on December 09, 2023. (Photo by Eric Alonso/Getty Images)

Only 2 options remain for Arsenal transfer target

In spite of interest from elsewhere earlier in the transfer window, Mikel Merino now only has two options on the table this summer, according to a report.
Mikel Merino (L) back with Real Sociedad after his Euro 2024 holiday (Photo via Real Sociedad on Twitter)

Doubt cast over £25m Arsenal transfer after training ground return

Mikel Merino has returned to Real Sociedad after his post-Euro 2024 holiday, despite talk linking him with a summer transfer to Arsenal.
STUTTGART, GERMANY - JULY 05: Mikel Merino of Spain celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the UEFA EURO 2024 quarter-final match between Spain and Germany at Stuttgart Arena on July 05, 2024 in Stuttgart, Germany. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

Arsenal want Merino signing completed by 5 August

Arsenal is reportedly close to securing the signature of Real Sociedad's Mikel Merino for €30 million. The Spanish midfielder could be the Gunners' fifth summer signing.
MALLORCA, SPAIN: Mikel Merino of Real Sociedad celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the LaLiga EA Sports match between RCD Mallorca and Real Sociedad at Estadi de Son Moix on February 18, 2024. (Photo by Rafa Babot/Getty Images)

Arsenal “really really close” to huge 5th summer signing

Arsenal and Real Sociedad are now really close to an agreement for the transfer of Mikel Merino, with the situation proceeding to the final stages.
Real Sociedad's Mikel Merino celebrates scoring a goal during the UEFA Champions League last 16 second leg football match between Real Sociedad and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) at the Anoeta stadium in San Sebastian on March 5, 2024. (Photo by FRANCK FIFE/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal close in on £25m deal with personal terms agreed

Arsenal are close to a deal to sign Real Sociedad midfielder Mikel Merino for around €30m, according to reports.
Riccardo Calafiori signing for Arsenal alongside Mikel Arteta (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Merino rejects Barcelona for Arsenal, Calafiori joins, Sane on radar

Arsenal's summer transfer window is in full swing, with the club confirming the acquisition of defender Riccardo Calafiori
Real Sociedad's Mikel Merino celebrates scoring a goal during the UEFA Champions League last 16 second leg football match between Real Sociedad and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) at the Anoeta stadium in San Sebastian on March 5, 2024. (Photo by FRANCK FIFE/AFP via Getty Images)

Merino agrees Arsenal deal after rejecting Barcelona

Mikel Merino is reportedly close to joining Arsenal from Real Sociedad, with the Spanish club already eyeing a replacement in Valencia's Javi Guerra.
Valencia's Spanish midfielder #8 Javi Guerra celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the Spanish Liga football match between Sevilla FC and Valencia CF at the Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan stadium in Seville on August 11, 2023. (Photo by CRISTINA QUICLER/AFP via Getty Images)

La Liga side move to replace Arsenal transfer target

Real Sociedad are moving to sign a replacement for Mikel Merino, knowing that the Arsenal target is set to leave this summer.
Spain's midfielder #06 Mikel Merino addresses a press conference of Spain's national football team, ahead of the UEFA Euro 2024 European football Championships, in Donaueschingen, on June 12, 2024. (Photo by LLUIS GENE/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal transfer favourites as La Liga side resigned to lose 28yo

Real Sociedad believe holding onto Mikel Merino is a lost cause, and Arsenal are emerging as the clear favourites for the midfielder's signature.
Real Sociedad's Mikel Merino celebrates scoring a goal during the UEFA Champions League last 16 second leg football match between Real Sociedad and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) at the Anoeta stadium in San Sebastian on March 5, 2024. (Photo by FRANCK FIFE/AFP via Getty Images)

No Arsenal offer for Mikel Merino, focus shifting

Arsenal is reportedly in talks with PSG over a potential loan deal for Fabian Ruiz after encountering difficulties in securing Mikel Merino's signature.
Spain's midfielder #08 Fabian Ruiz celebrates with the trophy after winning the UEFA Euro 2024 final football match between Spain and England at the Olympiastadion in Berlin on July 14, 2024. (Photo by Kirill KUDRYAVTSEV / AFP) (Photo by KIRILL KUDRYAVTSEV/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal start negotiations for PSG’s Fabian Ruiz

Arsenal are in talks with PSG over a potential loan deal for Spanish midfielder Fabian Ruiz. The Gunners are looking to strengthen their midfield options ahead of the new season.
Real Sociedad's Mikel Merino celebrates his goal during the UEFA Champions League last 16 second leg football match between Real Sociedad and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) at the Anoeta stadium in San Sebastian on March 5, 2024. (Photo by ANDER GILLENEA/AFP via Getty Images)

Midfielder close to Arsenal move as Barcelona cools interest

Arsenal is reportedly close to securing the signing of Mikel Merino from Real Sociedad for €25 million, with Barcelona and Atletico Madrid out of the race.
Real Sociedad's Mikel Merino celebrates his goal during the UEFA Champions League last 16 second leg football match between Real Sociedad and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) at the Anoeta stadium in San Sebastian on March 5, 2024. (Photo by ANDER GILLENEA/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal offer being considered by Spanish 28yo

Arsenal is leading the race to sign Real Sociedad's Mikel Merino, with Barcelona and Atletico Madrid facing challenges in their pursuit of the Spanish midfielder.
Real Sociedad's Mikel Merino celebrates scoring a goal during the UEFA Champions League last 16 second leg football match between Real Sociedad and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) at the Anoeta stadium in San Sebastian on March 5, 2024. (Photo by FRANCK FIFE/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal leads race for Mikel Merino as Atletico Madrid struggles to keep up

Arsenal targets Spanish midfielder Mikel Merino as midfield reinforcement. Atletico Madrid also shows interest, but Gunners lead the race for the European champion.