Merino provides insight into choosing Arsenal; Arteta's impact highlighted

He expressed, "Despite the setback of fracturing my shoulder blade, I feel good and strong. I was eager to be called up for the first time after the European Championship, but it wasn't meant to be. theless, I am excited to embark on a new adventure and look forward to what the future holds."

On his decision to move to Arsenal, he said: "It was a project that caught my attention. The ambition of the coach, the players and the workers is perceived as soon as you speak to them. They have very similar values, they want to improve and win."

On manager Mikel Arteta, Merino added: "He is a coach who is very passionate about what he does. He doesn't just like tactics, but also the management of groups. I am also very passionate about what I do and when you see him in the professionals, he transmits the same passion. He was able to change the situation of a club that was previously in a precarious situation."