Arsenal and Real Sociedad reach agreement on Merino transfer — Plettenberg

Spain international midfielder Mikel Merino is close to transferring to Arsenal from Real Sociedad, journalist Florian Plettenberg reported on social media.

The clubs have reached a full agreement on the transfer of the 28-year-old midfielder. The London side will pay Sociedad 33.5 million euros, with an additional 5 million in bonuses.

In the 2023/24 season, Mikel Merino played 45 matches for the Basque club across all competitions, scoring eight goals and providing five assists.