Mumbai, August 21: Real Sociedad President Jokin Aperribay has confirmed that the club are still negotiating the future of Spain international midfielder Mikel Merino with Arsenal. The 28-year-old was left out of the team for Real Sociedad’s 2-1 opening day defeat at home to Rayo Vallecano and when asked about his absence, Aperribay admitted the club had taken the decision “that Mikel wouldn’t be in the squad, because he wishes to leave.” Toni Kroos Reacts to Ilkay Gundogan Leaving Barcelona on a Free Transfer, Writes ‘Wow’ (See Post).
Merino is in the last year of his contract with the San Sebastian-based club…