Real Sociedad will host Rayo Vallecano in their La Liga opener. The team has already announced the squad for the game, with midfielder Mikel Merino not included. During the pre-match press conference, Real Sociedad coach Imanol Alguacil admitted that Merino’s absence is due to transfer negotiations.
Alguacil stated, “Merino is not in the squad because he is discussing a transfer with other clubs, so we have decided not to include him. He was available for the match against Rayo Vallecano, and he wanted to play, but I decided not to do so. It’s the best option for him, for the club, and for the team.
This doesn’t mean he is eager to leave. I was planning on playing him against Rayo Vallecano, but ultimately decided not to call him up. While he won’t feature against Rayo Vallecano, it remains uncertain if he will be available for the subsequent match against Espanyol. That’s how the transfer market operates; I don’t know how the talks between clubs will end.”
According to media reports, Premier League giants Arsenal are currently the frontrunners for Merino’s signature.
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