EXCL: Arsenal keen on Spain duo, Desire Doue transfer could require player sales first, plus thoughts on underwhelming Euros for Saka

Can Arsenal lure this talented midfield duo to the Emirates Stadium? Plus thoughts on England's Euro 2024 final defeat and more...

Arsenal interested in Mikel Merino but could face competition for his signature

Arsenal are interested in Mikel Merino, but I’m not aware that things have moved beyond the interest stage yet.

He is a player they appreciate, but it’s been difficult to progress things while Merino has been away with Spain at the Euros.

Now the tournament is over of course, the opportunity to firm up that interest and try and get a deal done for the midfielder is there, but I’ve not been told that things have reached that stage yet.