Real Sociedad coach Imanol Alguacil on January 25, 2023
Sociedad manager makes Mikel Merino Arsenal admission as £29.8m deal 'close'
Real Sociedad head coach Imanol Alguacil confirms that Arsenal are trying to sign midfielder Mikel Merino after he missed their La Liga loss to Rayo Vallecano.
Aug 18, 21:40
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta pictured in July 2024
Mikel Arteta suggests Arsenal will not recruit new striker this summer
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta suggests that the Gunners may decide against signing a new striker before the summer transfer deadline.
Aug 17, 23:17
Arsenal striker Eddie Nketiah pictured on September 8, 2022
Arsenal 'draw up' three-man striker shortlist to replace Eddie Nketiah this summer
Arsenal have reportedly drawn up a three-man shortlist of strikers to replace Eddie Nketiah before the transfer window slams shut at the end of this month.
Aug 17, 15:48
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta and Real Sociedad midfielder Mikel Merino for Emmanuel Petit interview
Arsenal receive massive Mikel Merino transfer boost amid new offer talks?
Arsenal are reportedly preparing to make an improved offer to sign Mikel Merino after Real Sociedad turned down their opening bid of £21.5m.
Aug 17, 14:43
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta for Emmanuel Petit interview
Mikel Arteta sent Premier League title warning as Arsenal legend offers verdict
Arsenal legend Emmanuel Petit believes that the Gunners simply have to continue on the same path to pip Manchester City to Premier League title glory this season.
Aug 17, 10:56
Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice celebrates Arsenal defender William Saliba's goal on August 11, 2024
Preview:Arsenal vs. Wolverhampton Wanderers - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Arsenal and Wolverhampton Wanderers, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Aug 17, 10:40
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta and Real Sociedad midfielder Mikel Merino for Emmanuel Petit interview
Arsenal given two transfer demands as club chase £30m midfielder deal
Arsenal midfielder Emmanuel Petit believes that the Gunners need to target a new midfielder and striker if they are to have a shot at Premier League glory this year.
Aug 16, 20:02
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta pictured on November 25, 2023
Mikel Arteta confirms major Arsenal injury boost ahead of Wolves showdown
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta confirms that Jurrien Timber will be in the squad for Saturday's Premier League opener against Wolverhampton Wanderers after a foot issue.
Aug 16, 14:25
Real Sociedad's Martin Zubimendi pictured on August 9, 2024
Preview:Real Sociedad vs. Rayo Vallecano - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's La Liga clash between Real Sociedad and Rayo Vallecano, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Aug 16, 10:35
Arsenal's Jurrien Timber celebrates in August 2023
Arsenal lineup vs. Wolves: Predicted XI for Premier League clash
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Arsenal could line up for Saturday's Premier League opener against Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Aug 15, 09:49
Spain's Dani Olmo celebrates scoring with Nico Williams and Mikel Merino on June 30, 2024
Arsenal transfer news: La Liga side 'reject' £25m bid for Arteta's priority target
Arsenal reportedly see their first official bid for Mikel Arteta's top transfer target Mikel Merino rejected by Real Sociedad.
Aug 14, 17:49
Spain and Real Sociedad midfielder Mikel Merino pictured on July 14, 2024
Arsenal 'prioritising' Mikel Merino move over signing new striker
Arsenal are reportedly prioritising their pursuit of Real Sociedad midfielder Mikel Merino over signing a new striker.
Aug 13, 18:51
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta pictured in May 2024
Arsenal transfer news: Gunners 'planning move' for Bayern Munich winger
Arsenal are allegedly planning to try to secure the signature of a Bayern Munich winger before the end of the summer transfer window.
Aug 12, 08:15
Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice celebrates Arsenal defender William Saliba's goal on August 11, 2024
Arsenal 2-0 Lyon: Set-piece mastery clinches Emirates Cup for Gunners
Arsenal retain the Emirates Cup title with a straightforward 2-0 victory over Ligue 1 outfit Lyon, as William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhaes score in North London.
Aug 11, 14:51
Liverpool manager Arne Slot pictured in May 2024 [IMAGO]
Liverpool target 'in two minds' over £51.5m transfer despite 'huge temptation'
Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi is reportedly yet to make up his mind over a potential move to Liverpool before the transfer window shuts.
Aug 9, 22:22
France's Adrien Rabiot, Mike Maignan and teammates during training on May 30, 2024
Man United, Arsenal, Liverpool 'to hold talks' with France international this week
Manchester United, Arsenal and Liverpool will reportedly hold further talks with the representatives of Adrien Rabiot this week over a proposed move to the Premier League.
Aug 6, 13:46
Spain and Real Sociedad midfielder Mikel Merino pictured on July 14, 2024
Arsenal 'doubts' emerge over £25.7m Mikel Merino transfer despite 'agreement'
Arsenal's proposed move for Real Sociedad midfielder Mikel Merino has reportedly been plunged into doubt due to concerns over the Spaniard's age.
Aug 5, 09:03
Spain's Mikel Merino celebrates scoring their second goal on July 5, 2024
Arsenal transfer news: Gunners 'yet to submit' official offer for Mikel Merino
Arsenal are reportedly yet to submit an official offer for Real Sociedad midfielder Mikel Merino despite supposedly having a verbal agreement in place.
Aug 4, 17:41
Spain's Dani Olmo celebrates scoring with Nico Williams and Mikel Merino on June 30, 2024
Barcelona transfer news: Blaugrana sent Dani Olmo warning after £55.2m rejection
RB Leipzig manager Marco Rose warns Barcelona that they must meet Dani Olmo's "value" after seeing a second bid for the playmaker rejected.
Aug 4, 08:37
France's Adrien Rabiot, Mike Maignan and teammates during training on May 30, 2024
Arsenal 'in the lead' to sign Man United-linked French midfielder this summer
Arsenal are reportedly among the clubs in pole position to sign French midfielder and Manchester United target Adrien Rabiot on a free transfer this summer.
Aug 2, 16:33
Spain's Mikel Merino celebrates scoring their second goal on July 5, 2024
Arsenal transfer news: Gunners 'receive boost' in Mikel Merino pursuit
Arsenal reportedly receive a boost in their quest to sign Spain international Mikel Merino from La Liga side Real Sociedad.
Aug 1, 22:53
Spain's Mikel Merino celebrates scoring their second goal on July 5, 2024
Shirt numbers available to Mikel Merino at Arsenal as £25.3m transfer 'close'
Amid reports that Mikel Merino is close to joining Arsenal from Real Sociedad, Sports Mole looks at which shirt numbers could be available to the Spaniard.
Aug 1, 19:35
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta pictured on April 23, 2024
Arsenal advancing in £25.3m transfer talks as verbal agreement 'getting closer'
Arsenal are reportedly edging closer to a €30m (£25.3m) deal to sign Real Sociedad midfielder Mikel Merino as they move toward reaching a verbal agreement.
Jul 31, 21:23
Arsenal's Emile Smith Rowe during a training session at the Sobha Realty Training Centre on July 30, 2024
Emile Smith Rowe spotted leaving Fulham medical ahead of Arsenal exit
Emile Smith Rowe was spotted in London after completing his Fulham medical earlier today, ahead of his expected transfer from Arsenal.
Jul 31, 15:11
Spain's Mikel Merino celebrates scoring their second goal on July 5, 2024
Real Sociedad 'plot move' to fend off Arsenal transfer interest in Mikel Merino
Real Sociedad president Jokin Aperribay insists that the Serie A side is determined to keep hold of Mikel Merino this summer despite strong interest from Arsenal.
Jul 30, 16:02
Real Sociedad's Mikel Oyarzabal celebrates scoring their first goal with Takefusa Kubo on February 27, 2024
Preview:Real Sociedad vs. Osasuna - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's friendly clash between Real Sociedad and Osasuna, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jul 29, 22:58
Spain's Dani Olmo celebrates scoring with Nico Williams and Mikel Merino on June 30, 2024
Arsenal transfer news: Gunners 'want' Spain star as Smith Rowe replacement
Arsenal will allegedly proceed with a move for Real Sociedad's Mikel Merino once Emile Smith Rowe's departure has been confirmed.
Jul 28, 12:10
Spain players celebrate a goal against England on July 14, 2024
Man United 'meet £51m release clause' in Euro 2024-winning star's contract
Manchester United reportedly meet the £51m release clause in Martin Zubimendi's Real Sociedad contract.
Jul 28, 11:17
Spain players celebrate winning Euro 2024 on July 14, 2024
Three members of Spain's Euro 2024-winning squad who could join Barcelona
Sports Mole looks at three members of Spain's Euro 2024-winning squad who could join Barcelona this summer.
Jul 27, 12:47
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta pictured in May 2024
Arsenal transfer news: Gunners 'open talks' over move for Euro 2024 winner
Arsenal reportedly begin talks with French giants Paris Saint-Germain over a potential deal for one of Spain's Euro 2024 winners.
Jul 25, 23:47
Barcelona's Vitor Roque in action on May 19, 2024
Vitor Roque future: Saudi Arabian club 'approach' Barcelona over deal for striker
Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal reportedly make an approach to sign Brazilian striker Vitor Roque from La Liga giants Barcelona.
Jul 25, 22:38
Spain's Dani Olmo celebrates scoring with Nico Williams and Mikel Merino on June 30, 2024
Arsenal transfer news: Gunners 'planning' bid for leading Barcelona target
Arsenal are prepared to pay £25.2m for Real Sociedad midfielder Mikel Merino this summer, according to a report.
Jul 24, 17:31
Spain players celebrate winning Euro 2024 on July 14, 2024
Barcelona bidding to send out statement as club 'target' Euro 2024-winning trio
Barcelona are reportedly interested in signing Spain trio Nico Williams, Dani Olmo and Mikel Merino during this summer's transfer window.
Jul 21, 16:28
Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice on January 20, 2024
Arsenal 'closely' following three potential midfield partners for Declan Rice
Arsenal are reportedly considering Benfica's Joao Neves and Real Sociedad duo Martin Zubimendi and Mikel Merino as potential partners for Declan Rice in midfield.
Jul 18, 18:17
Spain's Mikel Merino celebrates scoring their second goal on July 5, 2024
Arsenal transfer news: Gunners to offer Euro 2024 winner 'contract of a lifetime'
Arsenal are reportedly ahead in the race to sign Real Sociedad midfielder Mikel Merino, with the Gunners willing to offer a 'contract of a lifetime' to the 28-year-old.
Jul 17, 13:38
Spain's Mikel Merino celebrates scoring their second goal on July 5, 2024
Arsenal transfer news: Gunners 'favourites' to sign Euro 2024-winning midfielder
Arsenal are reportedly leading the race ahead of Aston Villa, Newcastle United and Barcelona to sign Euro 2024 winner Mikel Merino this summer.
Jul 15, 01:08
Spain's Lamine Yamal pictured on July 14, 2024
Spain 2-1 England player ratings: Harry Kane has night to forget as Williams shines
Sports Mole provides player ratings from Spain's 2-1 victory over England in the Euro 2024 final.
Jul 14, 21:47
England's Ollie Watkins reacts on July 11, 2024
Preview:Spain vs. England - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's European Championship clash between Spain and England, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jul 14, 19:51
Spain's Mikel Merino celebrates scoring their second goal on July 5, 2024
Euro 2024 today: Who is playing? How to watch? What to look out for?
Sports Mole rounds up everything you need to know about today's Euro 2024 action, including fixtures, predicted lineups, how to watch and the best storylines.
Jul 14, 05:34
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery pictured in May 2024
Arsenal dealt huge transfer blow by Unai Emery as £50m deal 'close'
Aston Villa are reportedly closing in on a deal to sign Everton midfielder Amadou Onana - thought to be a target for Arsenal - in a £50m deal.
Jul 13, 10:28
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