Arsenal are ready to go all out to sign Merino after Smith Rowe exit | OneFootball

Arsenal are determined to sign one of Real Sociedad’s best players, according to Mundo Deportivo (Gipuzkoa edition).

The Gunners have identified Mikel Merino as their top midfield target and they recently made a verbal offer worth £26 million to Sociedad.

However, Mundo Deportivo claims that there has been no formal bid submitted.

Arsenal are prepared to go all out for the Spain international, but Sociedad have yet to receive an offer.

Atletico Madrid are the only club who have made a proposal, but Merino has rejected them.

Arsenal could land Merino’s signature very soon

The Gunners have already agreed personal terms with Merino over a long-term deal and a transfer could materialise soon with Sociedad having signed a replacement.

The La Liga outfit have confirmed the arrival of Luka Susic from Red Bull Salzburg. The left-footed central midfielder has been tipped to succeed Merino.

Arsenal tend to prefer completing one deal at a time. They confirmed Emile Smith Rowe’s move to Fulham today and could now speed up the pursuit of Merino.

Merino, who has been described as ‘world-class‘ by Kieran Tierney, would be a fantastic acquisition, considering his defensive skills and creativity from midfield.

The former Newcastle United man’s all-round attributes could make him a perfect signing for Arsenal.