Transfer Talk: Arsenal hoping to complete Merino move

Transfer Talk: Arsenal hoping to complete Merino move

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TOP STORY: Real Sociedad’s Merino nearing move to Arsenal

Arsenal are looking to complete their swoop of Real Sociedad midfielder Mikel Merino, reports Fabrizio Romano.

Discussions are reported to be ongoing over a transfer fee for the 28-year-old, with both clubs negotiating the structure of a deal that is expected to be worth more than €25 million.

Both Atlético Madrid and Barcelona are said to have been informed of his decision to prioritise a move to the Emirates Stadium after the Gunners reached an agreement over personal terms with him.

The Spain international, who scored five goals while assisting another three in 32 LaLiga matches last season, is one of two Erreala midfielders on the radar of clubs in the Premier League, as Martín Zubimendi continues to be linked with a potential switch to Liverpool.