Mikel Merino
Born: June 22, 1996 (age 28)
Height: 6' 2" (188cm)
Weight: 12st 6lb (79kg)
Hometown: Pamplona, Spain
Nationality: 
Spanish
SpanishPosition: Midfielder
Team: Arsenal
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| Career History | ||
|---|---|---|
| Senior | 2014-2016 | Osasuna |
| 2016-2017 | Borussia Dortmund | |
| → 2017 | Newcastle United (loan) | |
| 2017-2018 | Newcastle United | |
| 2018-2024 | Real Sociedad | |
| 2024- | Arsenal | |
| International | 2016- | Spain Under-21s |
Sports Mole has 631 articles about Mikel Merino. Articles 1 to 40:
Arsenal vs. PSG: One key area where Champions League semi-final will be "won and lost"
Arsenal expert Charles Watts names the one key battle that the Gunners must win if they are to claim a first-leg lead against Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League.
15:26
Arsenal vs. Paris Saint-Germain: Winner of semi-final favourites to claim Champions League says French expert Frank Leboeuf
Arsenal are set to take on French giants Paris Saint-Germain in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final clash on Tuesday, and they will be difficult to beat.
10:50
Mikel Arteta gives triple Arsenal injury update and delivers Champions League rallying cry before PSG
Mikel Arteta provides the latest on three of Arsenal's injured troops ahead of Tuesday's Champions League semi-final first leg showdown with Paris Saint-Germain.
21:21
Team News: Arsenal vs. Paris Saint-Germain injury, suspension list, predicted XIs
Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest injury and suspension news ahead of Tuesday's Champions League clash between Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain.
20:00
Arsenal training video released as Mikel Arteta receives double injury boost for PSG Champions League clash
Mikel Arteta receives a double fitness boost ahead of Tuesday's Champions League semi-final first leg with Paris Saint-Germain, as two players return to training.
Apr 28, 16:12
Mikel Merino sent Kai Havertz competition warning as Arsenal striker prediction made before PSG
Mikel Merino's Arsenal resurgence can be likened to Kai Havertz's improvement in North London, but the pair should prepare to battle for minutes next season.
Apr 28, 16:00
Chelsea transfer news: Arsenal 'exploring surprise move' for unsettled attacker
Arsenal are reportedly contemplating making a surprise move for one of Chelsea's unsettled attackers during the summer transfer window.
Apr 28, 11:47
Arsenal, Liverpool suffer transfer blow as winger set to 'reject' Premier League move this summer
Arsenal and Liverpool reportedly suffer a blow in their pursuit of a winger, with bosses Mikel Arteta and Arne Slot keen to strengthen in attack ahead of 2025-26.
Apr 27, 16:27
Arsenal vs. PSG: Best stats ahead of Champions League semi-final first leg
Ahead of Tuesday's Champions League semi-final first leg between Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain, Sports Mole looks at the best stats relating to the game.
Apr 27, 12:23
Arsenal lineup vs. PSG: Predicted XI for Champions League first leg amid Thomas Partey blow
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Arsenal could line up for Tuesday's Champions League semi-final first leg with Paris Saint-Germain.
Apr 27, 09:52
Preview: Arsenal vs. Paris Saint-Germain - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's Champions League clash between Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Apr 27, 09:42
Arsenal injury, suspension list and return dates for PSG first leg: Thomas Partey, Mikel Merino, Ben White
Sports Mole rounds up all of Arsenal's latest injury and suspension news ahead of Tuesday's Champions League semi-final first leg with Paris Saint-Germain.
Apr 27, 07:00
Arsenal to 'assess options' in transfer market for midfield reinforcements after staff 'raise concerns' about performance levels
Arsenal will reportedly look at possible options in midfield in the upcoming summer transfer window due to concerns regarding the performances of one of their stars.
Apr 22, 00:42
Sverre Nypan: Arsenal snub exposes specific Gunners transfer failing amid Aston Villa 'progress'
Arsenal journalist Charles Watts explains why he is not "losing sleep" over the Gunners missing out on the signature of talented Rosenborg midfielder Sverre Nypan.
Apr 21, 20:49
Arsenal lineup vs. Crystal Palace: Predicted XI for Premier League London derby as big Bukayo Saka call made
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Arsenal could line up for Wednesday's Premier League London derby with Crystal Palace.
Apr 21, 13:27
Arsenal transfer news update: Viktor Gyokeres addresses future as Mikel Arteta looks to beat Manchester United to striker
Arsenal and Manchester United transfer target Viktor Gyokeres speaks out regarding his future amidst reports that the two clubs will battle for his signature.
Apr 19, 18:46
Arsenal lineup vs. Ipswich: Predicted XI for Premier League clash as Mikel Arteta makes five changes
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Arsenal could line up for Sunday's Premier League clash with Ipswich Town.
Apr 18, 12:44
Arsenal transfer news latest: Mikel Arteta given 'green light' to sign Premier League striker ahead of 2025-26 title charge
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta may reportedly have the opportunity to sign a Premier League striker following a green light from his current club ahead of the summer window.
Apr 17, 23:27
Myles Lewis-Skelly backed for starring World Cup role after Real Madrid heroics as Arsenal position change mooted
Arsenal phenom Myles Lewis-Skelly is backed to become England's first-choice left-back for the 2026 World Cup by a Gunners legend in that position.
Apr 17, 09:04
Sports Mole's Champions League Team of the Week: Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice, Serhou Guirassy
Sports Mole selects its Champions League Team of the Week from the second legs of the quarter-finals, including Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice and Serhou Guirassy.
Apr 17, 08:19
Real Madrid 1-2 Arsenal: Gunners progress, but suffer suspension setback ahead of semi-final first leg vs. PSG
Arsenal will be without midfielder Thomas Partey for the first leg of their Champions League semi-final versus Paris Saint-Germain after he was booked against Real Madrid.
Apr 16, 23:04
Real Madrid 1-2 Arsenal: Highlights, man of the match, stats as the excellent Gunners set up semi-final showdown with PSG
Arsenal book their spot in the semi-finals of the Champions League on Wednesday evening courtesy of a 2-1 win over Real Madrid in the second leg of their quarter-final.
Apr 16, 22:10
Arsenal transfer news: Newcastle United star on radar ahead of summer window?
Arsenal are allegedly giving consideration to making an approach for one of Newcastle United's star players during the summer transfer window.
Apr 16, 12:18
Mikel Arteta's Arsenal legacy "up there" with Arsene Wenger if Gunners win Champions League
Arsenal winning the Champions League would "elevate" Mikel Arteta to Arsene Wenger and George Graham levels of fame, Gunners legend Nigel Winterburn tells Sports Mole.
Apr 15, 21:05
Real Madrid vs Arsenal: Vinicius Junior out to emulate Cristiano Ronaldo, Karim Benzema, Raul feat
Vincius Junior has the chance to emulate a feat only achieved by Cristiano Ronaldo, Karim Benzema and Raul when Real Madrid face Arsenal at the Bernabeu on Wednesday.
Apr 15, 20:13
Team News: Real Madrid vs. Arsenal injury, suspension list, predicted XIs
Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest injury and suspension news ahead of Wednesday's Champions League clash between Real Madrid and Arsenal.
Apr 15, 20:00
Arsenal aiming to set new Champions League clean sheet record in Real Madrid second leg
Arsenal could achieve an unprecedented feat against Real Madrid in the Champions League when they tackle Los Blancos in Wednesday's quarter-final second leg.
Apr 14, 20:44
Arsenal midfielder 'definitely out' of Real Madrid second leg as Mikel Arteta sweats over two injuries
Arsenal reportedly learn that one of their experienced midfielders will be unavailable for Wednesday's Champions League quarter-final second leg with Real Madrid.
Apr 14, 17:27
Jude Bellingham involved in 'heated clash' with Real Madrid teammate before crucial Arsenal Champions League clash
Jude Bellingham is allegedly involved in a training ground bust-up with a Real Madrid teammate ahead of Wednesday's Champions League clash with Arsenal.
Apr 14, 13:09
Real Madrid vs. Arsenal: Best stats ahead of Champions League quarter-final second leg
Sports Mole looks at the best stats relating to Real Madrid vs. Arsenal ahead of Wednesday's Champions League quarter-final second leg.
Apr 14, 10:13
Real Madrid vs. Arsenal: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between Arsenal and Real Madrid.
Apr 14, 08:50
Arsenal lineup vs. Real Madrid: Predicted XI for Champions League second leg amid Thomas Partey concern
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Arsenal could line up for Wednesday's Champions League quarter-final second leg with Real Madrid.
Apr 14, 08:38
Preview: Real Madrid vs. Arsenal - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Champions League clash between Real Madrid and Arsenal, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Apr 14, 08:16
Real Madrid injury, suspension list and return dates for Arsenal: Eduardo Camavinga, Ferland Mendy latest
Sports Mole provides all of Real Madrid's latest injury and suspension news ahead of Wednesday's Champions League quarter-final second leg with Arsenal.
Apr 14, 07:27
Arsenal injury, suspension list and return dates for Real Madrid: Ben White, Thomas Partey, Jorginho latest
Sports Mole rounds up all of Arsenal's latest injury and suspension news ahead of Wednesday's Champions League quarter-final second leg with Real Madrid.
Apr 13, 08:32
Mikel Arteta provides triple Arsenal injury update as possible Real Madrid selection crisis emerges
Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta provides a triple injury update after his side were held to a 1-1 draw by London rivals Brentford in the Premier League.
Apr 12, 21:32
Arsenal transfer window needs assessed by Ray Parlour as Mikel Arteta looks to close gap to Liverpool in Premier League
Arsenal must make an addition in the forward line to catch Liverpool in the Premier League next season, but they may need more than one, Ray Parlour believes.
Apr 12, 06:00
Preview: Alaves vs. Real Madrid - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's La Liga clash between Alaves and Real Madrid, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Apr 11, 15:21
Arsenal 'agree five new deals' as Mikel Arteta handed huge quintuple contract boost
Arsenal reportedly agree new contracts with five members of Mikel Arteta's coaching team, including Carlos Cuesta and set-piece guru Nicolas Jover.
Apr 10, 12:09
Sports Mole's Champions League Team of the Week: Robert Lewandowski, Declan Rice, Desire Doue
Sports Mole selects its Champions League Team of the Week from the first legs of the quarter-finals, including Robert Lewandowski, Declan Rice and Desire Doue.
Apr 10, 10:43
