Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta is ready to tweak his transfer plans for a surprise target.
The Gunners are said to have serious interest in Spain midfielder Mikel Merino.
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Per The Athletic, the club usually goes for players that are much younger and can improve.
However, the 28-year-old Real Sociedad ace is a tactical fit for the way Arteta wants Arsenal to play.
He is seen as the ideal player to rotate with Jorginho in that passing midfielder role in Arteta’s 4-3-3 formation.
Declan Rice is the other midfielder, while Martin Odegaard plays the furthest forward of the three.