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Arsenal Consider Selling Star For £25M – He Has Been Described As “Immense” By Arteta

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By David Tully · Goonernews

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 3:00 AM

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Athletic Bilbao and Atletico Madrid believe they can sign Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino for approximately £25m.
Atletico Madrid are reportedly planning an initial loan deal with an option to buy for £25m in January.
Athletic Bilbao are considered more likely to make an approach for the midfielder during the summer transfer window.

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Athletic Bilbao and Atletico Madrid believe they can sign Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino for around €30m (£25m), according to reports from Spanish outlet Bilbao Hiria. Merino's valuation has reportedly decreased from €40m (£33m), with his limited regular playing time under Mikel Arteta fueling speculation regarding a potential return to Spain.

Atletico Madrid, managed by Diego Simeone, are reportedly plotting an initial loan offer with a €30m buy option in the January transfer window. Athletic Bilbao are considered more likely to wait until the summer transfer window to make a formal approach for the 30-year-old Spanish international.

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