Arsenal are reportedly leading the race to sign highly-rated midfielder Mikel Merino from Real Sociedad and the deal is one that excites a Gunners legend.
Ray Parlour believes he could be a ‘perfect’ addition for his former club as they seek a potential central midfield partner for Declan Rice.
It seems that Thomas Partey will depart the club during the current window and the Gunners legend feels that Merino would be an ideal replacement.
Reports coming out of Spain suggest that Merino s future lies in London with said to be willing to meat the asking price for the 28-year-old.
Merino is believed to be enamoured with the prospect of living in London and wouldn t take much convicing to sign for the club.
Parlour believes that Arsenal have a …
Newcastle United reportedly want to steal Conor Gallagher, but Chelsea remain in talks with Atletico Madrid over selling the England international.
Much of the transfer drama this summer has centred around Gallagher s future, with always likely to cash in on their academy product, who has entered the final year of his contract.
was a key player for Chelsea last season under Mauricio Pochettino, but he would fall down the pecking order this term as new head coach Enzo Maresca implements a new style of play.
Aston Villa and Tottenham Hotspur were initially identified as possible destinations, but Atletico Madrid have recently emerged as his most likely destination.
The La Liga giants agreed a £34m deal with Chelsea to sign Gallagher, who could join £64m …