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‘What Mikel Arteta has done to Arsenal dressing room is something I’ve never seen before’

Mikel Merino has made a strong start to his Arsenal career despite the club’s topsy-turvy form, and the midfielder-cum-striker has credited Gunners boss Mikel Arteta for his success
Mikel Merino has been full of admiration for Mikel Arteta, describing him as a truly unique manager. Since making the switch from Real Sociedad to Arsenal last summer, the 28-year-old has emerged as the Gunners’ go-to utility player, filling in seamlessly across midfield and even stepping up as a striker during a season plagued by injuries.