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Grey Whitebloom

EXPLAINED: Arsenal learn mikel merino recovery timeline coincides with crucial run in | Rare Historical Photos

Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino is expected to recover from a “very rare” foot injury in time for the final weeks of the season as he plans to undergone surgery on Monday.

The Spain international is thought to be targeting a return in time for this summer’s World Cup. Merino won Euro 2024 with his nation and started La Roja’s final six matches of 2025, racking up half a dozen goals along the way.

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