“Arsenal Fans Share a United Opinion on Mikel Merino After Just 30 Minutes”
“Arsenal Fans All Echo the Same Verdict on Mikel Merino After Just 30 Minutes”
Fans have shared their thoughts on Arsenal’s new signing, Mikel Merino, following his debut in the 2-0 victory over Paris Saint-Germain. Merino, who arrived from Real Sociedad on August 27 for a reported fee of up to £31.6 million, was sidelined for over a month after suffering a shoulder injury during training.
Despite the delay, Merino made his Arsenal debut in the 64th minute, replacing Thomas Partey in the midfield alongside Declan Rice. However, his performance left many fans unimpressed, with some criticizing him on social media. One fan remarked, “Honestly, Merino looks the weakest in that midfield,” while another expressed frustration, noting Arsenal’s loss of control after the substitution. A third fan joked, “Yeah, Merino lol, Sociedad sold us a lemon.”
Amid the criticism, one supporter defended the midfielder, calling out the premature judgments: “Already seeing morons on Twitter saying Merino is a waste of money… Less than 10 mins into his debut after barely touching a ball in a month.”
At 28, Merino was a vital player for Real Sociedad, racking up 242 appearances. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta praised the signing, highlighting Merino’s versatility, experience, and strong character, expecting him to play a significant role in Arsenal’s season once fully fit.
