Overview
- Arsenal said Mikel Merino will undergo surgery in the coming days and forecast an extended spell on the sidelines.
- The club added it hopes he can resume training before the season finishes and expressed full support for his recovery.
- The injury occurred in last week’s defeat to Manchester United, and he has since missed games against Kairat Almaty and Leeds United.
- Reports indicate he is expected to miss March’s Finalissima between Spain and Argentina, a key pre-World Cup fixture.
- His absence puts his place at the June 2026 World Cup in doubt and could push Arsenal to seek cover before the English transfer window closes.