David Raya reveals Arsenal's plan for Mikel Merino

David Raya reveals Arsenal's plan for Mikel Merino after successful striker experiment
David Raya has suggested that Mikel Merino is unlikely to start up front for Arsenal despite his match-winning heroics off the bench last weekend. Injuries to several key attackers have left Mikel Arteta’s side bereft of options in the final third,
Arsenal: The stats that show why Mikel Merino should start as striker against West Ham
Merino shone in Arsenal’s 2-0 victory at the King Power Stadium, scoring both goals after coming off the bench with just over 20 minutes to go. The dilemma for Mikel Arteta now is whether he starts Merino up front for this weekend’s clash with West Ham, or continues to use him as an impact player from the bench.
Merino reveals his thinking when Mikel Arteta told him to play as a striker
Mikel Merino was Arsenal’s hero in their last match, coming on as a substitute in the second half to score twice and secure a victory over Leicester City.
We really need him – Arsenal’s Mikel Arteta calls on Raheem Sterling to hit form
But he could be handed another start in Arsenal’s fixture against West Ham at the Emirates on Saturday. A victory against their London rivals would take Arteta’s squad five po
Arsenal: Mikel Arteta 'needs another Merino' as he ponders striker decision
Arsenal: Mikel Arteta 'needs another Merino' as he ponders striker decision - Arteta seeking more unlikely heroes as he weighs up Mikel Merino move for West Ham clash
David Raya reveals Mikel Arteta's plan for Mikel Merino after heroic Arsenal experiment
Mikel Arteta turned to midfielder Mikel Merino in the hope of solving Arsenal's forward crisis against Leicester and the Spaniard repaid his manager with two goals
Mikel Arteta sends message to Raheem Sterling over Arsenal form in Premier League title race
Arsenal are currently without a number of their forwards but Mikel Arteta has challenged Raheem Sterling to step up and help fire the Gunners to the Premier League title
Arsenal: Mikel Arteta delivers verdict on Raheem Sterling form as he hints at Mikel Merino decision
Arsenal: Mikel Arteta delivers verdict on Raheem Sterling form as he hints at Mikel Merino decision - Arteta considering whether to start Merino as striker after brace off the bench against Leicester
Mikel Merino: Arsenal’s Surprising Answer to Striking Woes?
Arsenal fans, have you ever found yourself wondering about the team’s strategy and what could truly make the difference on the field? Well, here’s a twist that might catch you off guard: Mikel Merino as a potential solution to Arsenal’s striking dilemma!
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Alan Shearer shares bold Arsenal team news theory amid Mikel Arteta injury crisis
Arsenal welcome West Ham United to the Emirates Stadium on Saturday afternoon hoping to close the gap on Liverpool at the top ...
Soccer-Arsenal training with different players up front, not just Merino, says Arteta
Arsenal have been training with different players leading the line and not just midfielder Mikel Merino, manager Mikel Arteta ...
Arsenal look to hone Merino as makeshift No 9, but can ill afford to write off Sterling
Mikel Arteta has been giving more serious thought to Merino’s new position in training after the Spaniard's impact at ...
Leicester v Arsenal LIVE: Mikel Merino scores superb double to guide Gunners to vital win
Leicester City host Arsenal in the Premier League’s early kick-off today, with the injury hit visitors looking to close the ...
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Calafiori and White start, Lewis-Skelly rested, Merino on bench – Arsenal line-ups vs West Ham
Arsenal return to Premier League action and will face West Ham this weekend after finding out their Champions League last-16 ...
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Arsenal handed MAJOR boost in transfer pursuit of Mikel Arteta favourite
Arsenal have been encouraged in their long-term pursuit for one of Mikel Arteta’s top transfer targets whom he failed to sign ...