Arsenal star’s father speaks out on Real Madrid transfer links

Mikel Arteta brought Mikel Merino to Arsenal two years ago (Picture: Getty)

Mikel Merino’s father has poured cold water on rumours linking the midfielder with Real Madrid, insisting his son remains happy with ‘top club’ Arsenal.

The 30-year-old Spain international left Real Sociedad to join Arsenal in a deal worth £31.6million after winning the European Championship with La Roja back in 2024.

In that time, Merino has made a total of 86 appearances in all competitions for the Gu...