Mikel Merino emerges as Atletico Madrid target after Arsenal move

Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino is attracting interest from La Liga side Atletico Madrid, according to transfer insider Ekrem Konur.

Atletico are considering a loan deal for the Spain international that would include an option to buy him for €30m.

Merino joined Arsenal in the summer of 2024. The 30-year-old’s current contract with the London club runs until the end of June 2028.

He has made nine Premier League appearances this season and has received one yellow card.