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Mikel Merino

Born: June 22, 1996 (age 28)

Height: 6' 2" (188cm)
Weight: 12st 6lb (79kg)

Hometown: Pamplona, Spain
Nationality: Spain Spanish

Position: Midfielder
Team: Arsenal
Mikel Merino
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Career History
Senior2014-2016Osasuna
2016-2017Borussia Dortmund
→ 2017Newcastle United (loan)
2017-2018Newcastle United
2018-2024Real Sociedad
2024-Arsenal
International2016-Spain Under-21s
Sports Mole has 619 articles about Mikel Merino. Articles 1 to 40:
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta pictured on November 6, 2024
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.
1 day ago
Charles Watts/Sverre Nypan composite
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.
1 day ago
Arsenal's Bukayo Saka pictured on November 23, 2024
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.
1 day ago
Sporting Lisbon's Viktor Gyokeres pictured on August 31, 2024
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.
3 days ago
Arsenal's Ethan Nwaneri celebrates on Septemeber 25, 2024
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.
5 days ago
Mikel Arteta of Arsenal after his side's match against Leicester City, on February 15, 2025
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.
5 days ago
Nigel Winterburn/Myles Lewis-Skelly composite
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.
6 days ago
Arsenal's Bukayo Saka on April 16, 2025
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.
6 days ago
Arsenal's Thomas Partey and William Saliba on March 4, 2025
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.
6 days ago
Arsenal's Bukayo Saka on April 16, 2025
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.
6 days ago
Newcastle United's Alexander Isak, Joelinton and Anthony Gordon celebrate scoring on December 30, 2024
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.
7 days ago
Nigel Winterburn/Mikel Arteta composite
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.
7 days ago
Vinicius Junior of Real Madrid during his side's match against Atletico Madrid, on March 12, 2025
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.
7 days ago
Declan Rice celebrates scoring for Arsenal on April 8, 2025
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.
7 days ago
Arsenal's Jakub Kiwior and William Saliba pictured on April 8, 2025
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.
8 days ago
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta pictured on February 22, 2025
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.
8 days ago
Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham on September 21, 2024
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.
9 days ago
Kylian Mbappe celebrates scoring for Real Madrid on December 10, 2024
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.
9 days ago
Arsenal's Thierry Henry and Real Madrid's Ronaldo pictured on February 21, 2006
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.
9 days ago
Arsenal's Thomas Partey pictured on April 8, 2025
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.
9 days ago
Arsenal's Declan Rice celebrates scoring on April 8, 2025
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.
9 days ago
Real Madrid midfielder Eduardo Camavinga on August 13, 2024
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.
9 days ago
Arsenal defender Ben White on September 22, 2024
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.
10 days ago
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta pictured on April 8, 2025
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.
10 days ago
Arsenal may need to sign two strikers to win the Premier League title
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.
11 days ago
Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti on March 12, 2025
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.
11 days ago
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta at a press conference on February 20, 2024
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.
13 days ago
Arsenal's Declan Rice celebrates scoring on April 8, 2025
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.
13 days ago
Bukayo Saka of Arsenal during his side's Carabao Cup match against Crystal Palace, on December 18, 2024
Arsenal lineup vs. Brentford: Predicted XI for Premier League London derby as Mikel Arteta makes six changes
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Arsenal could line up for Saturday's Premier League London derby against Brentford.
13 days ago
Arsenal's Declan Rice celebrates scoring on April 8, 2025
Preview: Arsenal vs. Brentford - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Arsenal and Brentford, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
13 days ago
Declan Rice will receive all the plaudits for Arsenal's victory against Real Madrid
Arsenal 3-0 Real Madrid: Mikel Arteta's Champions League hopes assessed by Ray Parlour after Declan Rice free kicks
Arsenal are in a commanding position in their Champions League quarter-final tie against Real Madrid after winning the first leg 3-0 on Tuesday night at the Emirates.
13 days ago
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta pictured on November 23, 2024
Arsenal transfer news latest: Mikel Arteta identifies 'star signing' for summer window as he looks to win Premier League
Arsenal are reportedly willing to significantly back Mikel Arteta in the summer transfer market, as the Gunners boss looks to finally win the Premier League title.
13 days ago
Real Madrid CF head coach Carlo Ancelotti on September 24, 2024
Arsenal 3-0 Real Madrid: Los Blancos duo 'suffer injuries' in shock defeat in North London
Real Madrid duo Federico Valverde and David Alaba reportedly both picked up injuries during their side's 3-0 defeat to Arsenal on Tuesday night.
14 days ago
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta pictured on December 21, 2024
Arsenal transfer news: Gunners 'inquisitive' about potential audacious Serie A double dip this summer
Arsenal are reportedly interested in both Inter Milan captain Lautaro Martinez and AC Milan talisman Rafael Leao this summer.
14 days ago
Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham looks dejected on April 8, 2025
Arsenal 3-0 Real Madrid: Los Blancos equal unwanted 16-year record in dreadful night at the Emirates
Real Madrid equal an unwanted 16-year Champions League club record following their 3-0 defeat away to Arsenal in the Champions League.
14 days ago
Arsenal's Nicolas Jover and Mikel Arteta pictured on December 14, 2024
Arsenal 3-0 Real Madrid: Declan Rice ignored Nicolas Jover free-kick instruction before wonder goal
Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice reveals an ignored instruction from set-piece coach Nicolas Jover in the Gunners' stunning 3-0 Champions League win over Real Madrid.
14 days ago
Declan Rice celebrates scoring for Arsenal on April 8, 2025
Arsenal's Declan Rice sets new Champions League record with astonishing Real Madrid free kicks
Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice achieves an unprecedented Champions League feat with his pair of free kicks in the Gunners' 3-0 win over Real Madrid.
14 days ago
Arsenal's Declan Rice celebrates scoring on April 8, 2025
Arsenal 3-0 Real Madrid: Highlights, man of the match, stats from Declan Rice free-kick masterclass
Declan Rice scores two ridiculous free kicks as Arsenal annihilate Champions League holders Real Madrid 3-0 in the first leg of their quarter-final at the Emirates.
14 days ago
Arsenal's Bukayo Saka pictured on November 23, 2024
Arsenal-Real Madrid lineups confirmed as Bukayo Saka decision revealed for Champions League quarter-final
Arsenal and Real Madrid confirm their starting lineups for their Champions League quarter-final first leg at the Emirates Stadium.
14 days ago
Arsenal's Jurrien Timber and Declan Rice look dejected on December 8, 2024
Arsenal vs. Real Madrid: Mikel Arteta at risk of triple suspension blow for Champions League second leg
Arsenal could lose three players to suspension for the second leg of their Champions League quarter-final with Real Madrid at the Bernabeu.
16 days ago
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TeamPWDLFAGDPTS
1Liverpool33247275314479
2Arsenal331812361273466
3Manchester CityMan City34187966432361
4Nottingham ForestNott'm Forest33186953391460
5Newcastle UnitedNewcastle331851062441859
6Chelsea33169858401857
7Aston Villa3416995449557
8Bournemouth3313101052401249
9Fulham33139114845348
10Brighton & Hove AlbionBrighton33121295353048
11Brentford33137135650646
12Crystal Palace331111114145-444
13Everton33814113440-638
14Manchester UnitedMan Utd33108153846-838
15Wolverhampton WanderersWolves33115174861-1338
16Tottenham HotspurSpurs331141861511037
17West Ham UnitedWest Ham3399153755-1836
18Ipswich TownIpswich3349203371-3821
19Leicester CityLeicester3346232773-4618
20Southampton3325262478-5411


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