Fabrizio Romano shares what he's now hearing about Mikel Merino and Arsenal

Arsenal target Mikel Merino will be allowed to leave Real Sociedad if he rejects a new contract offer, although the Gunners will face competition from Barcelona and Atletico Madrid for his signature, journalist Fabrizio Romano has told GIVEMESPORT.

Merino impressed in his cameo displays for Spain during Euro 2024, and thrived last season for Sociedad, scoring eight goals in 45 appearances across all competitions. The 28-year-old has thus attracted interest from a number of clubs throughout Europe, with Arsenal, Barcelona and Atletico said to be circling.