To say Arsenal had a dramatic transfer deadline day would be an understatement. The Gunners signed Raheem Sterling on loan from Chelsea at the last minute, and this deal was a very convoluted one. At one point on Friday, it looked as though Sterling wouldn’t join Arsenal. However, a few wheels started to be put into motion that meant a deal was possible. Interestingly, according to The Athletic, Mikel Merino’s injury affected Arsenal’s move for Sterling. How Mikel Merino affected Raheem Sterling dealAccording to The Athletic, Merino’s injury was one of the factors that saw Arsenal go in for a …