Ricardo Calafiori is a done deal, but the Italian defender won’t be the only EURO 2024 star to join Arsenal in the ongoing transfer window.As things stand – and following the story we shared with you recently at Mozzart Sport Kenya – Real Sociedad and Spain midfielder Mikel Merino will be one of the major reinforcements for Mikel Arteta’s side.Namesakes in London? Arteta wants MerinoMerino came under the spotlight following the winner against Germany in the European Championship quarter-final. The tall Spaniard found the back of the net with a header just a minute before the end of the second extra time, crushing Kai Havertz’s dreams, among the others.Now, it seems the two of them will be teammates at the Emirates, as Merino has started talks with the Gunners’ boardroom.Clubs will go to court over Arsenal’s targetAccording to El Mundo Deportivo, the 28-year-old player is determined to play for his namesake and compatriot and definitely won’t extend his Sociedad contract.Therefore, the North Londoners have sent a contract proposal to Merino and opened the talk regarding personal terms with him. In the next few days, we should expect the finalising of the deal, which would make Arsenal’s midfield significantly stronger for the upcoming season.##NAJAVA_MECA_8229040##
