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Mikel Merino Transfer from Real Sociedad to FC Barcelona

Barcelona has been informed of Mikel Merino's desire to join Arsenal.

Barcelona target Mikel Merino looks to have chosen to sign for Arsenal amid interest from the Spanish giants.

Mikel Merino was also highly coveted by FC Barcelona, but he will not be joining the Catalan club.

Merino would preferably like to join Barcelona, but La Blaugrana do not have any current plans to follow up on their interest.

FC Barcelona is interested in Mikel Merino and has asked him to stay one more season to join them for free.

Mikel Merino has attracted the attention of Barcelona. He has offers, but currently, there are no negotiations ongoing.

Barcelona is interested in signing Mikel Merino from Real Sociedad. However, the transfer is contingent on Barcelona selling Frenkie de Jong.

The possible transfer of Mikel Merino is one of the main operations in the Spanish football market this summer. Merino is currently an international player for Real Sociedad.

Barcelona are fond of Merino, but they are working their way through other priorities in the summer market.

Mikel Merino has refused the contract extension proposed by Real Sociedad. To bring him to Catalonia, FC Barcelona is considering sacrificing Frenkie de Jong due to economic constraints.

Mikel Merino, 28 years old, Spanish national, currently playing for Real Sociedad. His market value is around 50 million euros. He can arrive at Barcelona only if Frenkie de Jong is sold.

Reports about Barcelona's interest in the Spaniard are exaggerated. Although they admire the player, they have no plans to sign him in this transfer window. The main reason behind this is that they believe Merino prefers a move to Arsenal if he indeed decides to leave Real Sociedad.

Mikel Merino, 18 years old, prefers to change clubs rather than renew his contract, which ends in 2025. Barcelona has shown interest, but they have not contacted Real Sociedad yet.

Barcelona is interested in signing Mikel Merino. Merino has requested time to consider his options.

FC Barcelona had Mikel Merino on their agenda. However, due to financial problems and other priorities, he is not their current priority.

Mikel Merino is at the top of FC Barcelona's list to strengthen the midfield after the confirmation of Amadou Onana's transfer to Aston Villa. However, FC Barcelona has other priorities in terms of signings like Nico Williams and will only pursue Merino's incorporation if they are certain they can finalize the operation.

Mikel Merino is attracting interest from top European clubs after a convincing campaign at Real Sociedad and a stunning impact in the winning net against Germany in the quarterfinals.

Mikel Merino is being considered by Barcelona as a potential signing to strengthen their midfield. His contract ends in 2025, and he could be available for a more economical price compared to Nico Williams.

Mikel Merino scored a crucial header to secure Spain's place in the semifinals. He is in talks to renew his contract with Real Sociedad, which runs until June 2025, but everything is still open. Barcelona considers him a more accessible option compared to other priorities like Onana and Kimmich due to the high prices of the Belgian and German players.

Mikel Merino, a 28-year-old midfielder from Real Sociedad, is on FC Barcelona's potential signings list. He has one year left on his contract with Real Sociedad. His ability to play both as a central midfielder or an interior is highly valued by Barcelona's sports management. The player is waiting for Barcelona, a club that is monitoring the 1:1 and LaLiga's economic fair play to be able to make operations.

Mikel Merino, midfielder of Real Sociedad, impressed in the Euro Cup quarter-final by scoring the decisive goal in extra time against Germany. Both Merino and Dani Olmo are on Barcelona's list to strengthen their squad. Merino is highly valued for his physical presence and ability to score from the second line, as well as his aerial threat. He scored 8 goals and provided 5 assists in 45 matches this season. Barcelona is closely monitoring his situation as his contract ends in 2025.

FC Barcelona considers Mikel Merino from Real Sociedad as a concrete option to strengthen their midfield.

FC Barcelona is exploring the market to strengthen their midfield and has Mikel Merino from Real Sociedad as a top priority.

Arsenal are also on the trail of Real Sociedad's Mikel Merino, and represent a real threat to Barcelona's hopes of signing the Spanish playmaker.

Mikel Merino is attracting attention from Barcelona.

Arsenal could face competition from Barcelona for Mikel Merino's signature. Barcelona and new manager Hansi Flick are also tracking developments. However, Barca may struggle to find the necessary cash.

Mikel Merino is a strong candidate for the midfield position at FC Barcelona due to his quality and market opportunity. His contract with Real Sociedad ends next year, making him an attractive option. Barcelona faces competition from Atlético de Madrid and Arsenal.

Barcelona is also monitoring Mikel Merino's situation, although Atlético de Madrid is leading the race for his signature.

Mikel Merino, who has a contract until June 2025 with Real Sociedad, is on FC Barcelona's radar, but he has not yet responded to the contract extension offer made by his current club. Merino commented on Barça's interest, stating that any rumors about him are positive because it means that Real Sociedad is doing well. However, he insisted that he is focused on trying to win the Eurocup and that the rest is a distraction from the main objective. Regarding the supposed offers, he said that he leaves these matters in the hands of his representative and does not pay attention to rumors. Until there is something definitive, he will not be given news.

Barcelona has shown interest in Mikel Merino from Real Sociedad as a response to Real Madrid's acquisition of Mbappé.

Mikel Merino is in the last year of his contract with Real Sociedad and 'blaugrana' may come forward with a proposal of 25 million euros. Barcelona is in the market to find a midfielder to match the legacy of Sergio Busquets, and they want to take advantage of the fact that the Spanish international is entering the last year of his contract to move forward with a formal proposal. The 'culés' wish is to try to close the signing within the month of June, at a value around 25 million euros, with another five in variables. Currently serving the Spanish national team, Merino has already made it known that he is willing to move to Catalonia, but only if there is an agreement that also benefits Real Sociedad. Despite still having a renewal proposal on the table, the midfielder will only decide his future after Euro 2024. The Spanish newspaper highlights that the signing of the player has the approval of the new coach Hansi Flick and that Barcelona is already looking for financial solutions to close the signing.

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