Mikel Merino
Midfielder #23
Age 29 years
Nationality Spain
Market Value €30M
Career
A
◀ 2024 Arsenal from Real Sociedad
RS
2018 Real Sociedad from Newcastle
N
2018 Newcastle from Borussia Dortmund
N
2017 Newcastle from Borussia Dortmund
BD
2016 Borussia Dortmund from Osasuna
Archetypes earned from what we've seen this season.
Player Season Cards
Mikel Merino Zazón's season performance cards
Bronze
ARCHITECT
1.1 Key Passes/90
1.1 Key Passes/90
3 Goals + Assists
76% Pass Accuracy
Silver
SILVER BOOT
21% Goal Frequency
21% Goal Frequency
3 Matches with Goal
4 Total Goals
Silver
SILVER TRAY
21% Assist Frequency
21% Assist Frequency
3 Matches with Assist
3 Goals + Assists
Scout Report
Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.
solid ARCHITECT (1.07 Key Passes/90)
Also shows: above average SILVER BOOT (21% Goal Frequency) , above average SILVER TRAY (21% Assist Frequency)
Player DNA
Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.
A specialist who excels in Workrate (85/100) but has room to grow in Dribbling.
Physical profile: Tall For Position, Physically Strong.
Mikel Merino Zazón Traits
Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.
vs Midfielders
Height 90%
Weight 93%
Experience 83%
vs Premier League
Height 75%
Weight 79%
Experience 82%
Traits
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Player DNA
Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are
Dribbling 30
Shooting 83
Defense 46
Workrate 85
Passing 53
Key Strength 85 Workrate
Area to Watch 30 Dribbling
Match Stats
Match-by-match record for Mikel Merino Zazón this season
| Date | Fixture | Mins | Rating | G | A | FM Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 19, 2026 | Spain 1-0 Argentina | 45' | 7.2 | - | 0 | 39 |
| Jul 14, 2026 | France 0-2 Spain | 12' | 7.0 | 0 | 0 | 60 |
| Jul 10, 2026 | Spain 2-1 Belgium | 8' | 6.9 | 1 | - | 74 |
| Jul 06, 2026 | Portugal 0-1 Spain | 5' | 8.2 | 1 | 0 | 57 |
| Jul 02, 2026 | Spain 3-0 Austria | 23' | 6.7 | - | - | 41 |
| Jun 27, 2026 | Uruguay 0-1 Spain | 60' | 6.5 | - | - | 54 |
| Jun 21, 2026 | Spain 4-0 Saudi Arabia | 35' | 6.7 | - | - | 65 |
| Jun 15, 2026 | Spain 0-0 Cape Verde Islands | 23' | 6.5 | - | - | 42 |
| May 30, 2026 | Paris Saint Germain 1-1 Arsenal | ' | - | - | - | 50 |
| May 24, 2026 | Crystal Palace 1-2 Arsenal | 35' | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 75 |
| Jan 25, 2026 | Arsenal 2-3 Manchester United | 40' | 7.3 | 1 | 0 | 98 |
| Jan 20, 2026 | Inter 1-3 Arsenal | 89' | 6.5 | 0 | 0 | 74 |
| Jan 17, 2026 | Nottingham Forest 0-0 Arsenal | 38' | 7.0 | 0 | 0 | 27 |
| Jan 08, 2026 | Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 42 |
| Jan 03, 2026 | Bournemouth 2-3 Arsenal | 10' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 91 |
| Date | Fixture | FM Score |
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Player Market Value
Track Mikel Merino Zazón's transfer value changes and career value history
Current Value €30.0M
Peak Value €50.0M (Q4'21)
€50.0M €25.0M €0
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Mikel Merino is Arsenal's Bronze Wall, a player whose presence in the middle of the pitch is built on a foundation of elite success. With 14 career trophies, including a European Championship with Spain, he arrived at the Emirates Stadium as a proven winner ready to anchor the midfield with his physical presence and tactical intelligence.
Despite searching for rhythm after 21 appearances, the data highlights his underlying quality as an established part of the rotation. He has already earned the SILVER BOOT and SILVER TRAY badges, reflecting his tangible impact with 4 goals and 3 assists across 1007 minutes of action. While classified as a defensive specialist, his Shooting rating of 82 suggests a hidden goal threat from deep, making him more than just a ball-winner. As a recognized ARCHITECT, he continues to provide the creative spark needed to transition from defense to attack, maintaining a steady output even while his form is cooling off.
With a market value of €35M, his status remains stable within the squad hierarchy. His Intensity during the transition phase will be vital for Arsenal's aspirations as they navigate the pressure of the season's closing stages.