Why members of Arsenal hierarchy are uncertain about £25m Mikel Merino deal with transfer for Spain Euro 2024 star not as advanced as first thought – explained

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Members of Arsenal's hierachy reportedly have reservations about signing Real Sociedad and Spain star Mikel Merino this summer.

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  • Merino stars for Real Sociedad & Spain
  • Midfielder's form attracts interest from Arsenal
  • £25m ($31.8m) deal far from a foregone conclusion
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