Arsenal are reportedly plotting a transfer move for Real Sociedad midfielder Mikel Merino following his successful tournament with Spain at Euro 2024. The 28-year-old played well for his country and ended up with a winners’ medal in the competition in Germany, and one imagines he’ll now turn his attention towards sorting out his future as he has just one year …

Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano has claimed Manchester United are keeping a close eye on Spanish left-back Miguel Gutierrez. Gutierrez, who came up through the Real Madrid academy, currently plies his trade at Girona. His contract with the Catalan club expires in June 2027. Manchester United are eyeing a top-four finish in the Premier League in 2024-25 and acknowledge they must …

While Nico Williams is the top target for FC Barcelona this summer, they are also in the market for a new midfielder. Joshua Kimmich of Bayern Munich is the preferred option but salary could be an issue and as such, Mikel Merino of Real Sociedad is seen as a very viable and solid alternative. Barcelona have not made an offer …

West Ham United are set to enter the transfer market this summer to overhaul their squad. They have already made three new signings in Luis Guilherme, Wes Foderingham and Max Kilman. Manager Julen Lopetegui is being backed by the club to make new signings as the Hammers are entering a new era under an attacking manager after the defensive approach …

History was on the line as Spain took on England in the final of the 2024 European Championship (EURO 2024) at the Olympiastadion in Berlin on Sunday, July 14. With a win, La Roja would have become the first team in history to claim four European Championships. England, meanwhile, would have conquered Europe for the first time, claiming their first …

In a concerning update, Toni Juanmarti of SPORT reports that Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo is still at risk of undergoing surgery after injuring himself earlier this month. In the scenario that the defender is forced to be operated upon, he could be out for a period of four months, which will be a devastating blow for the player and the …

Juventus defender Daniele Rugani has reportedly attracted the interest of Saudi Pro League side Al-Shabab. The 29-year-old signed a new contract with the Bianconeri, pushing back the deadline until June 2026. Nevertheless, new Juventus coach Thiago Motta is looking to maintain a compact squad, and Rugani is seemingly on the outs. With the Bianconeri switching from a three-man defense to …

Former Chelsea and Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho is preparing a swoop for Premier League player to join his Fenerbahce side. Mourinho joined Fenerbahce this summer to start a new adventure in his managerial career. The Portuguese manager is preparing his team for the new season by looking for fresh faces in the market. Fenerbahce are reportedly interested in Jefferson …

Newcastle United have gone through some changes at the club this summer. The Magpies have lost Sporting Director Dan Ashworth to Manchester United and with the arrival of Paul Mitchell at the club, they are actively looking to make new signings and address issues in their squad. Eddie Howe’s team had a difficult season last time out and they failed …

Welcome to another Arsecast Extra, the Arsenal podcast, with myself and James from @gunnerblog. In this episode we chat about the final of Euro 2024 which saw Spain beat England 2-1. We discuss how this was a game too far for Gareth Southgate’s side, pay credit to the Spanish team which has been the best at this tournament, as well …