Arsenal midfielder Fran Merida has no regrets turning down an offer from Real Sociedad.

Merida said: "At first, I talked to Arsenal to know their intentions. They told me they wanted me to stay, because I would gradually be coming into the Cup team and, well, I played two matches in the Premiership, three in the League Cup, one in the Champions League.

"It is important, because you see that the club is confident in you and giving you minutes. It is true that the Real option existed, but it was best to stay at Arsenal and I'm happy."