Arsenal’s deal for Euro 2024 winner at “final stages” with player no longer negotiating with Spanish clubs

Arsenal are closing in on the signing of Mikel Merino from Real Sociedad and are “confident” that it will be concluded in the next few days. 

Mikel Arteta has been looking to strengthen his squad throughout the summer to mount another challenge for the Premier League title this season and the Spanish coach has already seen Riccardo Calafiori join his squad.

Arsenal are now closing in on a second summer addition as Mikel Merino is close to completing a move to the Emirates Stadium from...