Not Merino: Arsenal can replace Havertz by handing "special" star new role

Not Merino: Arsenal can replace Havertz by handing "special" star new role

This season has felt like a real slog for Arsenal. Mikel Arteta’s side started their campaign hopeful of finally displacing Manchester City from atop the Premier League, and while they’re comfortably ahead of Pep Guardiola’s behemoth, they also sit seven points off of Liverpool in top spot. Moreover, they’re set to be without Kai Havertz…

Spain midfielder Mikel Merino playing for Arsenal Football Club

Leicester 0-2 Arsenal: Merino goals for wife, super sub says after Gunners close gap on Liverpool

Substitute Mikel Merino admitted his deployment as a targetman had been a surprise after his late double moved Arsenal four points behind leaders Liverpool with a third successive Premier League win and victory over Leicester City at King Power Stadium. Known for his aerial prowess as a midfielder, Spain international Merino was told by manager…

Leicester 0-2 Arsenal: Player ratings as Merino saves the day at striker

Leicester 0-2 Arsenal: Player ratings as Merino saves the day at striker

Arsenal had stand-in striker Mikel Merino to thank as they snatched an unconvincing 2-0 victory away at Leicester City on Saturday. With so many key forwards missing through injury, it came as no surprise to see Arsenal’s front line struggle for fluidity. Starting striker Leandro Trossard had a handful of half-chances before the interval, but…

Man City rediscover flair as Merino steps up for Arsenal

Man City rediscover flair as Merino steps up for Arsenal

Man City flair reappears at opportune moment Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player FREE TO WATCH: Highlights from Man City’s match against Newcastle United in the Premier League A performance that harked back to the Manchester City of old. And an individual display from Omar Marmoush that will serve long in…