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After a frustrating shoulder injury during his first month or so at Arsenal, Mikel Merino has now made two appearances in red, impressing in his short cameos. Fortunately, Merino has been deemed fit and ready to play for Spain over the break, a chance to gain some match sharpness before returning to Arsenal. Merino played just under half an hour against both Paris Saint-Germain and Southampton, but the Spaniard was still able to leave an impression. Ian Wright loved Merino’s Arsenal debut – stating his belief that the 28-year-old will be part of Mikel Arteta’s strongest midfield combination on…

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