Arsenal are now said to be considering a move for a midfielder who could perhaps act as an alternative to Mikel Merino this summer. After completing a deal for Riccardo Calafiori, Arsenal are thought to want three more signings next month. On that list, Mikel Arteta is thought to have asked for a new midfielder, a new forward and a replacement for Aaron Ramsdale in goal if he were to secure a move away. Arsenal have made contact with Merino, who looks perfectly placed to finally fill the club’s void left by Granit Xhaka. Merino could be Arsenal’s perfect Xhaka replacement, potentially allowing…
