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Arsenal’s Transfer Strategy: Odegaard’s Role in Pursuing Mikel Merino

Arsenal’s playmaker Martin Odegaard may play a crucial role in securing one of Spain’s Euro 2024 stars during this summer’s transfer window.

Current Transfers
Arsenal has been cautious in the transfer market but is close to securing their first signing with Riccardo Calafiori, who is set to join from Bologna on a five-year deal.

Target: Mikel Merino
Following the conclusion of Euro 2024, Arsenal’s focus has shifted to Mikel Merino, a standout performer in Germany. With his contract at Real Sociedad expiring in a year, the Spanish midfielder is ready to decide his future. Sociedad is likely to sell if they receive an offer around £33 million, making this a feasible deal for Arsenal.

Odegaard’s Influence
Martin Odegaard, who played alongside Merino at Real Sociedad, could be pivotal in the negotiations. Odegaard’s direct communication with Merino and his personal insights into Merino’s character and playing style might help convince him to join Arsenal. Odegaard has already vouched for Merino to Arsenal’s management, highlighting his qualities as both a player and a person.

Competition from Barcelona
Arsenal faces stiff competition from Barcelona, who are also interested in signing Merino. Additionally, both clubs are eyeing Nico Williams, another target on Mikel Arteta’s shortlist.

Recent Developments
In other news, the English national media have weighed in on Arsenal’s Declan Rice following England’s defeat to Spain in the Euro 2024 final.

Arsenal’s summer transfer activities are heating up, with key players like Odegaard potentially playing significant roles in landing top talents like Mikel Merino.