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Leicester City 0–2 Arsenal: Player Ratings as Mikel Merino Rescues the Gunners Mikel Merino rescued Arsenal with two goals off the bench as the Gunners continue to search for options amid injuries.

FEBRUARY 15, 2025 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Leicester City 0–2 Arsenal: Player Ratings as Mikel Merino Rescues the Gunners Mikel Merino rescued Arsenal with two goals off the bench as the Gunners continue to search for options amid injuries.

FEBRUARY 15, 2025 • THESTATE.COM

Mikel Merino on playing striker: 'Honestly it was a surprise!' | Premier League

FEBRUARY 15, 2025 • YOUTUBE

'Outstanding' Mikel Merino saves the day for Arsenal v. Leicester City | Premier League

FEBRUARY 15, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Leicester 0-2 Arsenal: Mikel Merino experiment pays off for Mikel Arteta as Gunners secure late win at the King Power Report and free match highlights as Arsenal secured a 2-0 win against Leicester City away from home; Mikel Merino climbed off the bench and...

FEBRUARY 15, 2025 • SKY.COM

'Merino again!': Mikel Merino doubles Arsenal's lead v. Leicester City | Premier League

FEBRUARY 15, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Mikel Merino heads Arsenal in front of Leicester City | Premier League

FEBRUARY 15, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Starting as expected Merino (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Wednesday's clash with Girona.

Impact Merino was reportedly fully fit for Wednesday's match and did enough to earn a spot in the starting XI. The midfielder partners with Jorginho in the heart of a rotated side. At full strength there's a good chance Merino would be back on the bench.

JANUARY 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Wednesday Merino (undisclosed) is available for Wednesday's clash with Girona, according to manager Mikel Arteta. "He's fit again and available and it's great to have him in the team."

Impact Merino is back fit for Wednesday's clash. The issue that forced him to the sideline last time out was deemed a minor one, but with matches coming so frequently it still lead to him missing two matches. Merino could be an option for minutes immediately for Wednesday's match but may not start.

JANUARY 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Left out Saturday Merino is out for Saturday's match against Wolves due to injury, according to his club.

Impact Merino is out for Saturday's contest and left off the team sheet due to undisclosed issues despite no reports of an injury ahead of the match. This will be something to watch over the next few days, as more news likely will come after the match. He has only started in 11 of his 21 appearances this season, so they are losing a solid rotational player.

JANUARY 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist in start Merino assisted on Arsenal's goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Brighton. He also took one shot (not on target).

Impact After scoring in the last match, Merino contributed to a goal once again when he set up Ethan Nwaneri in the first half. Merino continues to have Mikel Arteta's trust and might remain in the starting lineup for Tuesday's EFL Cup semifinal first leg against Newcastle.

JANUARY 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Mikel Merino blasts Arsenal 2-1 in front of Brentford | Premier League

JANUARY 1, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Scores in starting role Merino scored in a 3-1 win for Arsenal Wednesday against Brentford.

Impact Merino got the start with Arsenal resting its regular players due to a condensed week, and the midfielder didn't disappoint with a goal and three tackles. He'll likely return to a bench role Saturday against Brighton.

JANUARY 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off bench in second half Merino (knee) made an appearance as a substitute in Arsenal's win over Manchester United Wednesday.

Impact Merino didn't do much in his return to action, but he could get more run Sunday against Fulham with Arsenal potentially resting top players ahead of a Champions League game Tuesday.

DECEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Merino (knee) is on the bench for Wednesday's clash with Manchester United.

Impact Merino trained earlier in the week and, as expected, he's now back on the bench. With Thomas Partey fit enough to start Merino wasn't needed in the starting XI, though he will likely get some minutes off the bench.

DECEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Wednesday Merino (knee) is questionable for Wednesday's match against Manchester United, according to manager Mikel Arteta. "We have done a training session (this morning), we have monitored...

Impact Merino could miss more time Wednesday, with his fitness looking as if it will come down to a late fitness test. That said, if he were fit, he would likely earn a spot on the bench, not starting immediately. However, the club may keep him out to be cautious, leaving him to return against Fulham on Sunday.

DECEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Misses out with knee issues Merino is out for Saturday's match against West Ham due to a knee injury, according to his club.

Impact Merino was announced out just ahead of game time Saturday, with the midfielder suffering a knee injury this week. The club has yet to give much more on the situation, with more likely available following the match. He already missed seven matches this season due to injury, so he will hope this is only a minor issue and he can return for the club's next contest.

NOVEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Mikel Merino: Arsenal must 'focus on the present' | Pro Soccer Talk

NOVEMBER 11, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Recovers from illness Merino (illness) is available from the bench for Sunday's match against Chelsea.

Impact Merino has recovered from an illness in time to feature in Sunday's squad. The midfielder had started three straight matches in all competitions, but heads to the bench as Declan Rice is fit Sunday.

NOVEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Subbed off vs. Inter Merino was subbed off in the loss to Inter Milan in the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday, but manager Mikel Arteta downplayed any potential injury concerns when speaking to media...

Impact It seems Merino isn't dealing with any significant injury, and that Arteta simply wanted to give him some extra recovery time based on how he had been feeling of late. It sounds as if Merino shouldn't have any concerns to be available for the Sunday game at Chelsea, but a late assessment before kick-off will ultimately shed more light regarding his status, as there's a chance he still might not be 100 percent healthy.

NOVEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Thierry Henry questions Arsenal's slippery form & debates Merino handball | UCL Today

NOVEMBER 6, 2024 • YOUTUBE

First Arsenal goal Merino scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Liverpool.

Impact Merino got on the scoresheet with his first goal for Arsenal, scoring a nice finish that ended up earning the draw. The midfielder has gotten more chances with Martin Odegaard on the sideline, giving him some chances to show why he was brought to London. Merino will likely end up on the bench frequently when Odegaard is back fit.

OCTOBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Mikel Merino heads Arsenal 2-1 ahead of Liverpool | Premier League

OCTOBER 27, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Debuts in Tuesday's win Merino generated three tackles (two won) and two clearances in Tuesday's 2-0 victory against Paris Saint-Germain.

Impact Merino made his first appearance for Arsenal after missing the first part of the season with a shoulder injury. Merino replaced Thomas Partey in the 64th minute and mainly played a defensive role as he won two tackles and made two clearances. Now that he's healthy he will likely be a regular bench player for the Gunners.

OCTOBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Debuts on bench Merino (shoulder) is on the bench for Tuesday's match against PSG.

Impact Merino is making his debut on an Arsenal team sheet Tuesday, as he has finally returned from a shoulder injury he picked up right after transferring to his new club. The midfielder will look to see some time off the bench after the extended absence, hoping to start making his case for a potential starting role in the future.

OCTOBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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