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Returns to squad Merino (leg) is back with the traveling squad for Friday's match against Las Palmas.

Impact Merino will finally be making his return back to the squad after being absent for the past two matches due to a leg injury. There is a good chance Merino won't be getting the start or may not even see the field seeing he just started training this week, but the team will be happy to see him on the bench. Last season he was a normal starter in the midfield for Real Sociedad, scoring two goals and registering nine assists in his 33 appearances.

AUGUST 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing against Celta Merino (leg) is not in the squad for Saturday's match against Celta Vigo.

Impact The absence of Merino shouldn't be surprising, as the defensive midfielder didn't train during the entire week and also missed the season opener. His next chance to play will come against Las Palmas on Aug. 25, but for that to happen, he'll need to at least have a few training sessions under his belt.

AUGUST 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Yet to train this week Merino (leg) has yet to train with the group this week, Roberto Ramajo of Diario AS reports.

Impact Merino missed the season opener against Girona due to leg discomfort, and while he hasn't been ruled out for Saturday's contest, his chances of playing against Celta Vigo are getting slimmer by the day due to his lack of activity in training. If he can't go, then Benat Turrientes would step into the XI for the second game in a row.

AUGUST 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with leg injury Merino was not part of the squad for the season opener Saturday against Girona due to leg discomfort, El Diario Vasco reports.

Impact It was surprising to see Merino out of the starting lineup for the season debut, but the central midfielder wasn't included in the league due to a muscular injury. His recovery over the next few days will be vital to determine whether he can return for the contest against Celta Vigo on Aug. 19.

AUGUST 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes shot in season finale Merino subbed into Sunday's match against Sevilla in the 61st minute, taking a shot and winning one of one tackles in the 2-1 victory.

Impact Merino posted two goals and a career-high nine assists across 33 La Liga appearances (28 starts) mostly either in midfield or on the left wing this season for Sociedad. The 26-year-old will be playing in the Champions League for the first time next season if he remains at the club.

JUNE 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Sevilla Merino (undisclosed) is in Sociedad's match day squad for Sunday's season final against Sevilla.

Impact Merino has recovered from a knock he picked up last weekend to make the squad on Sunday, and he could see some playing time off the bench in the season finale.

JUNE 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On team list for Sunday Merino is on the squad sheet for Sunday's match against Sevilla.

Impact Merino was forced to come off last match with an undisclosed, but looks to of recovered and will be an option for Sunday's finale. He is expected to start in the midfield, recording a goal and an assist in his last six games.

JUNE 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured against Atletico Merino (undisclosed) was subbed out of last weekend's defeat against Atletico Madrid in the 59th minute after suffering an apparent injury.

Impact Merino will be questionable for Sunday's season finale against Sevilla due to this potential injury, and with a Champions League spot for next year already secured, it might be unlikely that the midfielder will be risked in this game.

JUNE 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes three tackles at Atletico Merino recorded three tackles (two won) and one interception in Sunday's 2-1 defeat to Atletico Madrid. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 27th minute.

Impact Merino had a good defensive performance, but couldn't help his side avoid the road loss. The midfielder co-led Real Sociedade in tackles during the match. He also received his sixth yellow card of the season in the proccess.

MAY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener at Barcelona Merino scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and three chances created in Saturday's 2-1 victory over Barcelona.

Impact Merino scored in the fifth minute to give them the early lead, paving the way for the huge win in the battle for a Champions League spot. The midfielder now has two goals in the season, to go with nine assists -- and he assisted twice in the last nine appearances. He also led his side in chances created in the match.

MAY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist Merino assisted once to go with three shots (one on target) and five chances created in Friday's 2-0 win over Osasuna.

Impact Merino got his ninth assist of the season, which is the second most in the league. It also surpasses his career-high since joining Real Sociedad in 2018. On top of this, the midfielder is averaging 2.5 tackles a game after totaling 14 (10 won) in the last six contests.

APRIL 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bags assist Merino assisted once to go with two chances created in Saturday's 2-0 win over Getafe.

Impact Merino knocked in his eighth assist of the campaign, already surpassing his career high for a season. He also has the third most assists in the league. However, his form has dropped with just two assists in the last 11 games. This follows a goal and four assists in his previous 11 contests.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for return Merino is set to return from a one-match ban after being sent off against Mallorca.

Impact Merino was sent off late during the clash with Mallorca and is now eligible for selection once more. The midfielder will hope to return straight to the starting XI, where he's been a nailed-on contributor in defensive midfield.

MARCH 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off late Merino was shown a red card in the second half of Sunday's match against Mallorca.

Impact Merino was shown the red card in the 90th minute, forcing Sociedad to end the match with ten men. Merino will miss at minimum Sociedad's next match against Elche through suspension.

MARCH 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots against Cadiz Merino took three shots (two on target) and created a chance in Friday's 0-0 draw against Cadiz. He also made three clearances and an interception in the match.

Impact Merino was active on both sides of the ball but his side had to settle for a draw on Friday. He's averaging 1.9 shots per 90 minutes across his four La Liga appearances (two starts) since returning from a hamstring injury that had sidelined him for a few games from Januar-February.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Espanyol Merino (hamstring) is in Real Sociedad's match day squad for Monday's clash against Espanyol.

Impact Merino missed La Real's last three La Liga games with a hamstring injury, but he's fit enough to make the squad Monday and could see some playing time off the bench in midfield against Espanyol.

FEBRUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Rayo Merino (hamstring) was not called up by Real Sociedad for Saturday's clash against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Merino picked up a hamstring injury in the mid-week Copa del Rey win over Mallorca that will now rule him out for the La Liga match on Saturday. With Martin Zubimendi (suspension) and Ander Guevara (thigh) also out, Sociedad may have to change formations and possibly insert another winger like Mikel Oyarzabal into the lineup to replace Merino.

JANUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers hamstring injury Merino was subbed out of Tuesday's victory against Mallorca in the Copa del Rey at halftime after injuring his hamstring.

Impact Merino will have to be evaluated for this injury and is questionable for Saturday's clash against Rayo Vallecano. He has started 15 of Sociedad's 17 La Liga matches this season, tallying a goal and seven assists mostly from defensive midfield. Asier Illarramendi is an option to replace him if necessary, especially with Martin Zubimendi (suspension) and Ander Guevara (thigh) both out as well.

JANUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Another assist in win Merino notched one assist on two chances created and had one accurate cross in Sunday's 2-0 win at Almeria.

Impact Merino assisted Sociedad's second goal Sunday, as he found Alexander Sorloth in the 52nd minute. This marked Merino's seventh La Liga assist this season, more than twice as many as any of his teammates. The Spanish midfielder will face a more difficult matchup next Saturday, as Athletic Club have allowed less than one goal per game.

JANUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended against Osasuna Merino will miss Saturday's clash with Osasuna due to yellow card accumulation.

Impact Merino will be suspended after picking up his fifth yellow card. The midfielder will serve his one-match ban against Osasuna and be eligible to return for a Sunday trip to Almeria.

DECEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs two assists in win Merino logged two assists from two chances created, put one shot on target and won two-of-four tackles during Wednesday's 2-1 win over Sevilla.

Impact Merino closes out a strong first half of the season by setting up two goals then leaving at halftime. With one goal and six assists in 14 league matches, Merino might have an outside shot at a place with Spain's team in Qatar, though at the least he continues to prove he's one of the best midfielders in La Liga.

NOVEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win Merino scored one goal from two shots (one on goal) during Wednesday's 1-0 win over Mallorca.

Impact Merino has scored or assisted in four straight league starts following Wednesday's early effort (one goal, three assists). While not nearly as involved in the attack as Brais Mendez and with a much heavier tendency to foul (three yellow cards in 10 appearances), Merino continues to contribute at a rate worthy of paying attention to.

OCTOBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist in win Merino logged one assist from one chance created and put two shots off target during Sunday's 1-0 win over Villarreal.

Impact Merino now has assists in three of his last four matches, matching his season-high for assists with four total dating back to 2016. As he's also active in the tackles with 20 made while conceding three yellow cards, Merino's offensive production is a step up but his physical play provides other limits on his potential value.

OCTOBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist against Girona Merino provided an assist, had one off-target shot, made five tackles (three won) and three clearances adn was shown a yellow card during Sunday's 5-3 win over Girona.

Impact Merino was mostly impactful on the defensive end overall but his biggest contribution ended up coming on offense, as what looked to be a failed control inside the box ended up becoming an assist for Martin Zubimendi to give his side a 4-3 lead in the 71st minute. That's now back-to-back games with an assist for the midfielder and he'll hope to keep up with the strong play during the upcoming matchups.

OCTOBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in win Merino provided one assist from four chances created and put one shot off target during Sunday's 2-1 win over Espanyol.

Impact Merino adds his second assist of the campaign after racking up seven chances in his last two league matches. One of the better midfielders in the league that tends not to offer much in fantasy, that could be changing following a decent first two months on both ends of the pitch.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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