How £32million Mikel Merino will revolutionise Arsenal midfield and give Declan Rice new lease of life in different role

MIKEL ARTETA is hoping to finally unleash his caged animal this week.

Arsenal have been coping with a midfield injury crisis in the early weeks of this season after skipper Martin Odegaard’s ankle injury while on international duty last month.

REXMikel Merino was one of Spain’s top performers at Euro 2024[/caption] GETTYHis fine displays prompted Arsenal to splash out £32million on his services[/caption] TNT SPORTSThe midfielder has yet to play for the Gunners after breaking...