Arsenal now eyeing ‘world-class’ £20m participant with Riccardo Calafiori deal now shut

Calafiori is now only a few steps away from being an Arsenal participant and it seems to be just like the Gunners have lastly received issues over the road.

Nevertheless, there isn’t any relaxation for Edu and Mikel Arteta, who might now make a transfer to strengthen the midfield as effectively.

When it comes to these midfield targets, Actual Sociedad duo Mikel Merino and Martin Zubimendi are each considered on Arsenal’s purchasing listing.

And in response to journalist Ben Jacobs, there’s a actual likelihood Arsenal do make a transfer for Merino given his contract state of affairs.

Arsenal will think about Mikel Merino transfer to strengthen the midfield

Chatting with GiveMeSport in regards to the potential subsequent steps for Arsenal, Jacobs has confirmed that Merino is a participant of great curiosity.

“Arsenal are contemplating Mikel Merino, however at this stage there isn’t any club-to-club contact. Merino will likely be accessible at worth as a result of he’s into the ultimate yr of his Actual Sociedad contract,” Jacobs stated.

“Arsenal aren’t afraid to purchase a bit older or add names who maybe received’t keep for longer than two-three seasons.

“Jorginho is one instance of this, and has confirmed to be a sensible signing.”

Apparently, Merino has urged he’d be open to a transfer away from Sociedad this summer season, and at a possible knockdown worth of simply £20m, Arsenal might make their transfer.

Thought to be a ‘world-class’ operator by Kieran Tierney, Merino was a part of the Spain squad this summer season that received the Euros.

With Arsenal liking the thought of shifting Declan Rice that bit additional ahead, the skilled Spaniard would very a lot convey that choice to life.

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