Real Madrid eye surprise move for Arsenal midfielder

Real Madrid are reportedly considering a move for Mikel Merino, just as the Arsenal midfielder has reminded everyone of his remarkable goalscoring ability with Spain.

The 30-year-old has become something of a specialist at changing games from the bench, particularly for his country. Yet at Arsenal, where competition for midfield places is fierce, regular starts have proved difficult to come by.

Could that situation eventually tempt Merino into returning to La Liga? Real Madrid links emerge after Merino’s Spain heroics According to Spanish outlet Fichajes , Merino has emerged as a possible midfield option for Real Madrid ahead of future transfer windows.

Rumour · This claim is unconfirmed.