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Mikel Arteta must take the Arsenal handbrake off and unleash Eberechi Eze and Bukayo Saka to silence critics, reignite the Gunners' stuttering title bid

There was an amusing moment at the end of Michael Arteta's pre-match press conference on Tuesday when a reporter asked if the 15-year-old Ma...

SEPTEMBER 28 • goal

Mikel Arteta must take the Arsenal handbrake off and unleash Eberechi Eze and Bukayo Saka to silence critics, reignite the Gunners' stuttering title bid

Starts in cup Merino got the start as a central striker during Wednesday's 2-0 win over Port Vale in the Carabao Cup.

Impact Merino has been utilized as a depth option at striker and in central midfield. He's been decent in both roles, and with Gabriel Jesus (knee) and Kai Havertz (knee) both on the sideline he's the second choice striker once more. Merino will remain a bench option for the most part, but he should get chances in various competitions and off the bench.

SEPTEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Arsenal news: Fan views on Mikel Merino playing alongside Viktor Gyokeres in attack Arsenal news: Fan views on Mikel Merino playing alongside Viktor Gyokeres in attack

SEPTEMBER 9 • BBC.CO.UK

Bulgaria vs. Spain European Qualifiers Highlights | FOX Soccer

SEPTEMBER 4 • FOX SPORTS

Arsenal signs Spain midfielder Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad

Spain midfielder Martin Zubimendi has joined Arsenal from Real Sociedad

JULY 6 • Associated Press

Spain vs. France UEFA Nations League Semifinals Highlights | FOX Soccer

JUNE 5 • FOX SPORTS

Nico Williams & Mikel Merino score in quick succession, giving Spain a 2-0 lead over France

JUNE 5 • FOX SPORTS

Major contributor Merino made 28 appearances (17 starts) in the Premier League, scoring seven goals and adding two assists.

Impact Merino's seven goals were a new career-high, though they come with an asterisk, as he played a large portion of the season as a striker due to a plethora of injuries. With Arsenal expected to bring a striker in this summer and Merino only playing there with a variety of injuries, it's likely his future is in midfield. That means he will face competition for minutes from Martin Odegaard, which could see Merino limited to a more rotational role.

JUNE 3 • ROTOWIRE

Clears suspension Merino is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Merino has cleared his ban from the two yellow cards he received against Liverpool, with the midfielder set to return in their next contest. He has been an undisputed starter this season for the Gunners and is expected to regain his starting role for the last game of the season against Southampton.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Mikel Arteta: Arsenal manager furiously describes first 20 minutes at Anfield as unacceptable and 'nowhere near the standards' Arsenal conceded twice in 87 seconds to fall 2-0 down against Liverpool at Anfield; second half goals from Gabriel Martinelli and Mikel Meri...

MAY 12 • SKY.COM

Nets equalizer before going off Merino had Arsenal's second goal before picking up his second yellow card in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Liverpool.

Impact The midfielder continues to have a big impact for Arsenal, rescuing a key point for the Gunners in their pursuit of a UCL spot for next season. He did get sent off for a second yellow card, which means he will serve a one-game suspension against Newcastle before likely returning for the EPL season finale against Southampton.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Arsenal and Newcastle to meet in Premier League showdown as Champions League race intensifies

Arsenal and Newcastle set up a Premier League showdown next weekend as the race for the remaining Champions League spots intensifies

MAY 11 • Associated Press

'Titan' Donnarumma saves the day for PSG again in the Champions League

Gianluigi Donnarumma has been hailed as a “titan” by Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique after producing some brilliant saves against Arsenal to ensure his team takes a lead int...

APRIL 29 • Associated Press

Champions League takeaways: PSG tops Arsenal and inches closer to final

After beating Arsenal 1-0 in Tuesday’s UEFA Champions League semifinal first leg semi in London, PSG needs only a tie next week in Paris to...

APRIL 29 • FOX SPORTS

Champions League takeaways: PSG tops Arsenal and inches closer to final

Has goal overturned Merino (undisclosed) started against PSG Tuesday, logging two interceptions and one tackle while creating two chances in a 1-0 loss.

Impact The midfielder thought he had an equalizer in the second half but VAR took away the goal after Merino was ruled offside. Merino likely returns to a bench role Saturday against Bournemouth, especially with Arsenal having little to play for in the Premier League.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

Dembele's early goal gives PSG 1-0 win over Arsenal in 1st leg of Champions League semifinals

Ousmane Dembele’s early goal gave Paris Saint-Germain a 1-0 win over Arsenal in the first leg of their Champions League semifinal

APRIL 29 • Associated Press

Starting against PSG Merino (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Tuesday's match against PSG.

Impact Merino is back from his slight injury after missing out on the club's match against Crystal Palace, fit enough to see a spot in the starting XI for Tuesday's UCL contest. This is huge news for the club, as he immediately takes the suspended Thomas Partey's spot in the starting XI as expected. He should remain in the starting XI moving forward, serving between forward and midfield depending on what the club needs.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

Could play Tuesday Merino (undisclosed) has a chance to play during Tuesday's clash with PSG, per manager Mikel Arteta. "[Ben] White and [Mikel] Merino were able to train and we will see if they ar...

Impact Merino missed out against Crystal Palace due to a knock, but is now back in contention for Tuesday's clash with PSG. The midfielder has been in fine form of late, assisting three times in his last two appearances. Merino should play some role against PSG if he can get fully fit.

APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE

Forced to sidelines Merino is out for Wednesday's match against Crystal Palace due to an injury, according to manager Mikel Arteta. "They couldn't be involved - if not they would have been. Unfortunat...

Impact Merino is going to the sidelines after picking up an injury in their last outing, forcing him to the sidelines to face the Eagles. This is a bit worrisome with Tuesday's UCL semi-final against PSG on the horizon, although he will have around a week to recover. Leandro Trossard sees the start at forward once again with Merino absent, a possible replacement if he is left out again Tuesday.

APRIL 23 • ROTOWIRE

Impactful on both ends Merino got an assist in Arsenal's 4-0 win Sunday against Ipswich Town. He also had six tackles.

Impact Merino continues to be an impactful transfer, contributing on both sides of the pitch. He should be in the lineup Wednesday against Crystal Palace on a short turnaround for Arsenal and has a good chance at being successful again. Palace have conceded 45 goals in 33 EPL matches this season.

APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE

Gabriel Martinelli doubles Arsenal's lead against Ipswich Town | Premier League

APRIL 20 • YOUTUBE

Dishes two assists in win Merino assisted twice to go with one shot (zero on goal) and two chances created in Wednesday's 2-1 victory over Real Madrid.

Impact Merino delivered his second multi-goal-contribution outing among 10 UCL appearances this season. This was also the second consecutive and third time in four UCL matches where he earned at least one goal contribution. Additionally, this marked the fourth time in five UCL matches that he accounted for at least one chance created, and he is up to six chances created over that span.

APRIL 17 • ROTOWIRE

No comeback for Real Madrid as Arsenal is back in Champions League semifinals

Arsenal has defeated defending champion Real Madrid 2-1 to reach the Champions League semifinals for the first time since 2009 in a match where VAR played a key role in two penalty...

APRIL 16 • Associated Press

Real Madrid hoping for Bernabeu bounce after heavy loss to Arsenal

Real Madrid is hoping for another magical Champions League night at the Santiago Bernabeu to get itself out of an unexpectedly large hole against Arsenal in the quarterfinals of Eu...

APRIL 9 • Associated Press

Arsenal x Real Madrid UCL FULL RECAP | Free-Kick Perfection, Bye-Bye Ancelotti? 👋🔥🏆

APRIL 9 • YOUTUBE

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